The Astronomy Department at the University of Virginia is a world leader in innovative and cutting edge science. With over 20 full time faculty, ours is one of the largest departments in the southeastern United States. Degrees Offered Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) https://astronomy.as.virginia.edu/graduate-studies Director of Graduate Studies Zhi-Yun Li Email: arras@virginia.edu Director of Admissions Nitya Kallivayalil Email: njk3r@virginia.edu Director of Admissions Shazrene Mohamed Email: bcv9zs@virginia.edu