Astronomer
Aliyah Smetana, hour 4
• They observe the skies through telescopes and use spectroscopes to study light from stars
•Some determine sizes and orbits of planets, moons, and comets
• The average starting salary is $51,270 per year
• The job demand in the next five years is 230
• Study outer space and/or study radio waves, x-rays, and cosmic rays
• Most astronomers work 30 to 40 hours a week
• Work long or irregular hours
• Field is related to physics
• Most have a doctoral degree
Pros
• Get to study the wonders of the universe
• Able to observe planets, stars, asteroids, etc. that are inside and outside of our solar system
• Astronomers enjoy the challenge of exploring space and the galaxies
Cons
• Have to move out into the country
• The equipment is expensive
• Sometimes they may dislike the same observations and the night time hours
To succeed in this career you need...
• Degrees in Astronomy Astrophysics
Helpful high school courses would include
•Calculus
• Calculus
• Advanced
• Chemistry
•Physics
• Statistics and Probability
Beloit College
Pros: Women's softball, Div 3 | Volleyball, Div 3 | 874 were accepted last year
Cons: Not close to my home | $42,220 | 1,259 applied last year
San Diego State University
Pros: GPA of 3.6 or higher | Softball, Div 1 | Volleyball, Div 1| $16,632 fees
Cons: $14,745 room and board | $18,400 for end debt | 29,155 applicants last year
University of Arizona
Pros: 3.42 GPA or higher | Softball, Div 1 | Volleyball, Div 1
Cons: 2 miles to center city | 13,943 applicants last year | 10,967 excepted
Professional organization for the career
If looking to apply, contact 202-328-2010
Online website: http://aas.org
Located in: 2000 Florida Ave., NW, Suite 300 orWashington, DC 20009-1231, USA