Overview

Housed within the Department of Physics and Astronomy, the program immerses doctoral students in cutting‑edge research areas such as cosmology, galaxy evolution, stellar astrophysics, exoplanets, high‑energy phenomena, and computational astrophysics.

Students work closely with internationally recognized faculty and research groups, gaining deep expertise while contributing original discoveries that expand our understanding of the universe.

Features

Doctoral students benefit from personalized mentorship, interdisciplinary opportunities, and a vibrant research community that prepares them for impactful careers in academia, national laboratories, observatories, aerospace, data science, and beyond.

With its strong reputation and commitment to scientific excellence, Texas A&M University offers an exceptional launchpad for aspiring astronomers ready to pursue ambitious, discovery‑driven research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Order-of-Magnitude Astrophysics
Extragalactic Astronomy
Astronomical Observing Techniques and Instrumentation
Stellar Astrophysics
Cosmology
Galactic Astronomy
Radiative Transfer

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

64 SCH

64 hours beyond a master’s or 96 hours beyond a baccalaureate degree

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Station, United States

Disciplines

Astronomy & Space Sciences View 42 other PhDs in Astronomy & Space Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Application & Fee
Official Transcripts and Records. You must submit transcripts from all colleges or universities attended (excluding community colleges).
Official Test Scores & English Proficiency
Letters of Recommendation
Statement of Purpose
Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16217 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16217 USD / year

≈ 16217 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9177 USD / year

≈ 9177 USD / year

Living costs

College Station

United States

964 - 1485 USD / month

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General requirements

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Living costs

College Station

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