天文学硕士和博士学位的目的。学位是为了使学生为从事天文学或天体物理学研究或大学教育做好准备。该计划通过为每个学生的顾问和指导委员会设置的自定义计划来实现这一目标。在MS级别，我们有两个选择。一种课程作业MS，其中学生在天文学的研究生级别上课程并通过考试。我们还提供论文选择，学生将学习如何制定，进行和报告研究。在博士学位的情况下 研究必须是学生独立进行的原创研究。至少完成30个物理，天文学或相关领域的研究生学分（不包括研究生研讨会）。
Astronomy and related fields are at the forefront of science and technology, answering fundamental questions and driving innovation. The study of astronomy contributes to technology, economy and society by constantly pushing for instruments, processes and software that are beyond our current capabilities. Completion of the M.S. in astronomy requires 30 credits of graduate work beyond the bachelor's degree, including a minimum of 21 credits in course work. At least 15 credits must be at the 6000 level or above. The cumulative GPA for all courses applied towards a master's degree must be 3.0 or higher. demonstrate mastery of graduate-level courses covering a relevant selection of core fields of Physics, including Quantum Mechanics, Electrodynamics, or Statistical Physics. demonstrate mastery of modern topics in astronomy or astrophysics through coursework. demonstrate knowledge and research skills in astronomy or astrophysics through completion of a project or thesis. clearly communicate their ideas and results to general and specialized audiences, both orally and in writing.