Northwestern University Fully Funded PhD in Astronomy

PhD @Northwestern University posted 3 weeks ago

Job Description

Northwestern University offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Astronomy through its Department of Physics and Astronomy. This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research pursuits.​

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Astronomy

  • Institution: Northwestern University

  • Department: Department of Physics and Astronomy

  • Program Structure: Full-time, research-intensive, typically completed in 5–6 years

  • Research Areas:

    • Observational Astronomy

    • Theoretical Astrophysics

    • Planetary Astrophysics

    • Stellar Astrophysics

    • Extragalactic Astrophysics and Cosmology

    • High Energy Astrophysics

    • Interstellar Matter and Star Formation

    • Stellar Dynamics

    • Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics​

The program emphasizes interdisciplinary training, offering a comprehensive astronomy curriculum and opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge research under the mentorship of nationally and internationally renowned faculty. Students benefit from the vibrant environment and opportunities offered by the Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Exploration in Astrophysics (CIERA).

Funding Package

All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.

  • Stipend: Competitive annual stipend of at least $35,196 (as of the 2022–2023 academic year), provided through University Fellowships, Teaching Assistantships (TA), or Research Assistantships (RA).

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.​

First-year graduate students are typically supported for 12 months as University Fellows, receiving a monthly stipend, health insurance, and a full tuition scholarship. Fellows are not normally assigned any departmental duties; however, it is expected that they will take advantage of the time provided by the fellowship to become involved in research with one of the faculty members.​

In the second year, students are often supported as Teaching Assistants during the academic year, with responsibilities including teaching undergraduate laboratories, leading discussion sections, grading, and tutoring. After selecting a thesis advisor and beginning their Ph.D. research, students are typically supported as Research Assistants until the completion of their thesis.​

Admission Requirements

  • Academic Background: A bachelor’s degree in physics, astronomy, or a related field from an accredited institution.

  • Application Materials:

    • Completed online application form.

    • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

    • At least two letters of recommendation from professors familiar with your work.

    • Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.

    • Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

    • TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers (minimum TOEFL score of 90).​

Please note that GRE exam scores are not accepted as part of the application process for the Astronomy Ph.D. program.

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