About
Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
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$127.9k
Annual median Salary
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Education
Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
65%
Doctoral degree
26%
Post-doctoral training
9%
Master's degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Astronomer
Astronomy Outreach Coordinator
Astrophysicist
Research Astrophysicist