Baton Rouge,
LA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Physics - Astronomy in Baton Rogue United States | Louisiana State University
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Baton Rogue United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Imagine yourself pursuing one of humanity's oldest scientific disciplines, joining the legacy of great minds from Nicolaus Copernicus to Neil deGrasse Tyson.
Astronomy professionals constantly redefine our cosmic perspective and humanity's place in the universe. Though often perceived as simple stargazing, this field deeply integrates physics and mathematics. Your academic journey will include specialized courses in stellar/galactic astrophysics and optical technologies, culminating in hands-on research at the Highland Road Park Observatory.
Career Pathways
Astrophysics Researcher
Professional Astronomer
Cosmology Specialist
Middle/High School Science Educator (with certification)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
International students who have never attended a post-secondary education institution will apply as a freshman (first-year student), and must have the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma with an academic average equivalent to a B (3.0 or better on the U.S. 4-point grading system).
Students must submit complete official records for the secondary level of education and are strongly encouraged to submit ACT or SAT scores.
An applicant whose native language is not English and/or who has been educated outside of the U.S. in a country or province where English is not the only official language must demonstrate proof of English proficiency by submitting either a TOEFL or an IELTS score.
TOEFL (paper-based exam) 550
TOEFL (web-based exam) 79
IELTS 6.5
Students must submit complete official records for the secondary level of education and are strongly encouraged to submit ACT or SAT scores.
An applicant whose native language is not English and/or who has been educated outside of the U.S. in a country or province where English is not the only official language must demonstrate proof of English proficiency by submitting either a TOEFL or an IELTS score.
TOEFL (paper-based exam) 550
TOEFL (web-based exam) 79
IELTS 6.5
Tuition
USD
29,000