STEM-classified degree: graduates are eligible for 3 years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA. This degree offered in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the university’s largest and most diverse college. Academic college: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This Master of Science program provides advanced study in astrophysics and astronomy, covering topics such as cosmology, stellar evolution, and planetary science, with graduates eligible for up to 3 years of OPT in the USA due to its STEM classification.

Career options in astronomical research, data analysis, instrumentation development, space science, science communication, education, and potentially roles in the aerospace industry or related technology sectors. The STEM classification enhances employment opportunities in the USA.

Arizona State University, Tempe Campus, is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation and consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students. The Tempe campus is ASU's historic and largest, offering numerous degree programs, first-rate research facilities, and a vibrant campus environment resembling an energetic city. The program is within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.