Astronomy Minor
Anyone who enjoys viewing the night sky and delving into the mysteries of the universe should explore the Astronomy minor program. This minor is primarily for those looking at pursuing a graduate degree in astronomy or astrophysics, and requires a solid foundation in mathematics and physics.
Award-winning professors
Our professors are recipients of numerous local, state and national awards for teaching, scholarship and service.
State-of-the-art equipment
Students have access to a variety of tools, including real-time weather monitoring equipment, high-tech microscopes, computers with specialized software and more.
Top-notch facilities
Home to the UNI Observatory and Planetarium, students gain hands-on learning experiences in our excellent facilities.
Find out more about Astronomy
Contact us directly at:
Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences
121 Latham Hall
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0335
Phone: (319) 273-2759
Email: siobahn.morgan@uni.edu
Common career areas:
- Astronomer
- Astrophysicist
- Science Center Content Specialist
- Planetarium Director/Presenter
Courses:
- Stars
- Galaxies and Cosmology
- Astrophysics