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How to Apply for Graduate Admission Thank you for your interest in our graduate program. To apply to the graduate program of the University of Texas Astronomy Department, please follow the steps below. Two entirely separate application processes are involved, one at the Department of Astronomy level and one at the University level. After you have reviewed the information presented here, please consider applying electronically via the internet using the on-line application for the Graduate School so that we may begin processing your application as soon as possible. This is our preferred method for receiving applications. If you still need a paper application, please refer to the Graduate Admission page for ordering a paper application. Step 1: The Department-level process requires that you send the items listed at the link below directly to the Department of Astronomy. Our deadline is January 5 and all requested items should be received by this date in order for your application to be considered. Department Application Packet You must both complete the application to the Graduate School and submit the required forms to the Department for your application to be considered. Step 2: The University-level process involves sending the following items directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Their deadline is February 1 (Remember-the Department deadline is January 5).
Please note that the Department of Astronomy only admits graduate students for the fall semester. Exceptions for spring semester admission are sometimes made, but only under unusual and compelling circumstances. International students should read the Information for Prospective International Students. Admissions Requirements: Prerequisites for graduate work in astronomy are at least fifteen to eighteen semester hours of upper-division course work in astronomy and physics, which may include courses in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, statistical physics, and quantum mechanics and a satisfactory score on the Graduate Record Examinations Physics Test. We are not able to give a specific Physics GRE score because our process takes into consideration many factors. An applicant who does not present a satisfactory score on the Physics Test may, on recommendation of the Graduate Studies Committee, be granted a conditional admission to the program, which requires the removal of deficiencies in physics. Frequently Asked Questions about Admissions If you have any questions about the admissions procedure, please contact us at: Graduate Admissions Department of Astronomy 1 University Station, C1400 Austin TX 78712-1083 phone: (512) 471-3350 fax: (512) 471-6016 email: studentinfo@astro.as.utexas.edu |
