PhD in Space Science

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Rentention Rate

80

Diversity

Others:

10%

International:

10%

California:

15%

Illinois:

4%

New York:

10%

Texas:

5%

Florida:

55%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

IBM

World Health Organization

Amazon

Microsoft

Cisco

Oracle

Facebook

NASA

Tesla

Meta

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$60,750 / year

Overall Cost

$75,750 / year

FAQs

• What coursework is involved during the PhD?
  
  Students usually take classes only in the first year, with required foundational courses in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, modern physics. After coursework, the focus shifts to dissertation research. Curriculum details are available via the PhD course catalog.
• Where is Florida Tech located and how does location benefit the program?
  
  Located on Florida’s Space Coast, near NASA and Space Coast aerospace companies, providing strong opportunities for internships, collaborations, and employment in high‑tech and space sectors.
• What facilities and research resources does the program offer?
  
  Students access facilities such as Olin Observatory with a research-grade telescope, the Geospace Physics Lab, Astronomy/Astrophysics Lab and the International Center for Lightning Research and Testing. The school leads SARA, offering access to 1‑meter telescopes at Kitt Peak and Cerro Tololo.
• How long is the PhD program and when does it begin?
  
  The program generally spans eight semesters (approximately four years). Typical intake is in May (for example, 12 May 2025) based on past intake schedule
• What is the PhD in Space Sciences at Florida Tech?
  
  It is a doctoral research program in space sciences covering geospace physics, astronomy/astrophysics, planetary science, cosmic rays, lightning physics, solar‑earth interaction and related fields