by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in the Southwest Region to review for the 2025 Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor's Degree Schools in the Southwest Region ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Doctor's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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The astronomy school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Astronomy & Astrophysics Doctor's Degree Schools in the Southwest Region.
Explore the top ranked colleges and universities for astronomy & astrophysics students seeking a a doctor's degree.
University of Arizona is a good choice for individuals interested in a doctor's degree in astronomy & astrophysics. University of Arizona is a fairly large public university located in the large city of Tucson.More information about a doctorate in astronomy & astrophysics from University of Arizona
Explore the best astronomy & astrophysics schools for a specific state in the Southwest Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 165 | 4 |
| Arizona | 119 | 20 |
| New Mexico | 59 | 3 |
Astronomy & Astrophysics is one of 8 different types of Physical Sciences programs to choose from.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Astronomy | 19 |
| Planetary Astronomy & Science | 19 |
| Astrophysics | 6 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 293 |
| Physics | 231 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 138 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 18 |
| Materials Sciences | 13 |