| Department | Physics & Astronomy |
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| College | Science, Engineering & Technology |
| Program Website | http://cset.mnsu.edu/pa/ugrad/ |
| Undergraduate Degree Type(s) | BS (Program is closed; teach out plan for majors in the program as of August 25, 2010.) A minor in astronomy is still available. |
| Program Description | The astronomy program serves the needs of a wide range of students, from those with only a casual interest in the subject to others who are planning careers in the field. The courses taken by astronomy majors and minors cover a variety of topics in modern astronomy and astrophysics and require significant preparation in mathematics and physics. There are two operating observatories on campus available for research and teaching. |
| Admission Requirements | Admission to major is required for enrollment in junior and senior courses. Requirements include:
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| Other Requirements | Students majoring in astronomy are strongly encouraged to consider a double major with physics or mathematics. An astronomy minor goes well with a physics or other science major. |
| Program Contact Information | Department of Physics & Astronomy 141 Trafton Science Center N Mankato, MN 56001 Phone: 507-389-5743 Fax: 507-389-1095 Email: cindy.flitter@mnsu.edu |
| College Advising | All Astronomy minors are assigned to an academic advisor to assist in planning their program. Additional advising support is available at: College of Science, Engineering & Technology Advising Center Ken Adams, Student Relations Coordinator 125 Trafton Science Center C. Mankato, MN 56001 507-389-1521 |
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