Academic college: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This four-year Bachelor of Science (BS) program in Earth and Space Exploration with a specialization in Astrophysics, taught by faculty within ASU’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (including 15 National Academy of Sciences members, 3 Pulitzer Prize winners, and 2 Nobel Prize winners), is a STEM-classified degree, making graduates eligible for up to 3 years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA. The curriculum will focus on the study of the physics of the universe, including topics such as cosmology, galaxy formation, stellar evolution, exoplanets, and astronomical instrumentation, potentially integrating aspects of planetary science and Earth's place in the cosmos.

Career options can include roles in astrophysics research (universities, observatories, space agencies), data analysis for astronomical surveys, development of astronomical instrumentation, science communication, and potentially in related fields such as aerospace engineering or data science. The STEM classification and eligibility for extended OPT in the USA are significant advantages for international students. The high caliber of faculty within The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences enhances learning and research opportunities in this fundamental field of space science.

Arizona State University is a highly ranked public university known for its world-leading drive for innovation and is consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students. The Tempe campus, ASU's largest and most historic, offers a vibrant, energetic city-like atmosphere with first-rate research facilities and strong programs in both Earth and space sciences, including dedicated research in astrophysics. The program benefits from the exceptional faculty within The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, including numerous highly acclaimed scholars.