Gainesville,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Astronomy- Star Formation and ISM in Gainesville United States | University of Florida
University of Florida
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Gainesville United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,134
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Florida boasts multiple dynamic research teams specializing in star formation and interstellar medium studies. Observational efforts led by Professors Lada, Eikenberry, Ginsburg, and Telesco focus on infrared and millimeter-wave surveys of young star clusters, star birth in galactic centers, massive star creation, and infrared-dark molecular clouds. Much of this observational work utilizes instruments developed at UF. The theoretical side features Professors Narayanan and Torrey, who create star formation models examining feedback mechanisms, star formation indicators, molecular cloud development, and galaxy-wide star formation patterns.
Graduate students can pursue M.S., M.S.T., or Ph.D. degrees in astronomy through the department's programs. Planetary Systems research encompasses both observational and theoretical work on planet formation, planetary system dynamics, and exoplanet detection/characterization. Department members participate in the Kepler Mission and Doppler surveys to discover exoplanets, while also investigating interplanetary dust origins and small body orbital mechanics within our solar system and neighboring star systems. Stellar population studies examine individual stars within the Milky Way and nearby galaxies, with special attention to binary star systems and blue stragglers. These investigations apply stellar evolution theories to understand stars across diverse cosmic environments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Unofficial copies of all undergraduate transcripts as well as any graduate coursework if taken. A recognized baccalaureate, graduate or professional degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution.
Applicants with a bachelor's degree only, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0), calculated from all grades and credits after the semester where the applicant reached 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours is required.
The application should include the following:
Personal Statement
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (optional)
Unofficial copies of all undergraduate transcripts as well as any graduate coursework if taken
Three letters of recommendation: please provide names & information of recommenders in the online application, they will receive an email on how to upload their letter.
The UF Graduate School requires a previous college degree maintaining a GPA of 3.0.
For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, IELTS - 6.0,TOEFL IBT- 80, PBT- 550.
Applicants with a bachelor's degree only, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0), calculated from all grades and credits after the semester where the applicant reached 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours is required.
The application should include the following:
Personal Statement
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (optional)
Unofficial copies of all undergraduate transcripts as well as any graduate coursework if taken
Three letters of recommendation: please provide names & information of recommenders in the online application, they will receive an email on how to upload their letter.
The UF Graduate School requires a previous college degree maintaining a GPA of 3.0.
For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, IELTS - 6.0,TOEFL IBT- 80, PBT- 550.
Tuition
USD
30,134