BS Astronomy at Case Western Reserve University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science program provides both a theoretical foundation and practical experience in the field of astronomy, offering strong coursework in astronomy, math, and physics as well as research opportunities. Students develop skills in data analysis, computational methods, and science communication. This program prepares students for graduate study in astronomy or careers in data science, science education, public outreach, and related fields.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Cleveland, OH, United States

What you will study

Required and listed courses include Stars and Planets, Galaxies and Cosmology, Astronomical Techniques, Stellar Physics, The Local Universe, Cosmology and the Structure of the Universe. The Bachelor of Science in astronomy requires 120 credit hours, including 18 credit hours in astronomy, 40 credit hours in physics, 14 credit hours in math, 3 credit hours in computer programming, and 15 credit hours in technical electives.

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Application information

USD 71,410 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate tuition rate band for all undergraduate students entering Summer/Fall 2026 or Spring 2027: $2,976 per credit hour, capped at $35,705 per term; $71,410 for fall and spring combined. Excludes student medical plan, activity, matriculation and t Source

First-year entry in the fall semester (Early Action, Early Decision I and II, Regular Decision) and spring semester entry; transfer students can enter in fall or spring.

First-year deadlines: Early Action November 1 (non-binding), Early Decision I November 1, Early Decision II January 15, Regular Decision January 15, Pre-Professional Scholars Program December 1, Spring Entry November 15. Transfer: Fall Early Plan March 15, Fall Regular Plan July 1, Fall 3/2 Engineering February 15, Spring November 15.

Apply through the Common Application or Coalition with Scoir. The application fee is $75 (fee waivers available). Test scores are optional (test-optional).

Apply through the official page: https://case.edu/admissions/

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