Bachelor of Astrophysics at Columbia University

Columbia University

United States of America, New York City

University Rank:#38

Columbia University offers the Bachelor of Astrophysics as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in New York City, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for astrophysics and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 8, 2026.

About Bachelor of Astrophysics

Overview Research, in the form of summer internships and/or term-time independent projects, which can lead to a senior thesis, is strongly encouraged. For a research thesis, students should enroll in the parallel, two-semester sequence ASTR UN3997-ASTR UN3998 Independent Research , preferably in their senior year. Key Features Students begin the research project in the fall and complete the written thesis in the spring. ASTR UN3997 and ASTR UN3998 cannot be repeated for credit.Current Research in Astrophysics at Columbia University is a one-point course offered in the fall, designed to introduce majors to research methods and topics. It requires students to attend the department colloquia and a seminar designed to help students understand the colloquium topic. The 3000-level courses need not be taken in any particular order. I want to find another Bachelor Course

The Astrophysics major at Columbia University is designed as preparation for graduate study and consists of a standard physics major sequence; a yearlong introduction to astrophysics (typically taken in the sophomore year, but open to first-years with adequate preparation in calculus and physics); and two required courses covering advanced topics in astronomy.

Disciplines

PhysicsAstronomy & Space Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Astrophysics at Columbia University

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Other Requirements

1Autobiographical informationLists and descriptions of a student’s achievements, activities, employment and summer activitiesPersonal essayAn official high school transcript from all high schools attendedOne high school counselor’s recommendation and school profileThe completed Mid-Year ReportSAT or ACTApplicants may self-report their scoresEnglish proficiency examination score (if necessary)These recommendations must come from teachers who taught you in academic disciplinesFor engineering applicants, one must come from a math or science teacher

Fee Information

Bachelor of Astrophysics at Columbia University

Columbia University

United States of America, New York City