Incoming Students
Welcome to A&A!
Welcome to the Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics at the University of California, San Diego! The major and minor programs in Astronomy and Astrophysics (A&A) are open to all students interested in pursuing a STEM degree with a focus on astrophysical sciences, and the majors are not capped. Sample course plans for both freshmen and transfer students are available on our website.
Orientations & Campus Events
The A&A department hosts remote and in-person orientation and informational sessions throughout the year. Please click here to join the A&A mailing list for future updates and announcements.
Upcoming Events:
- Fall 2025 Incoming Student Orientation: Monday, September 29th from 5:00 – 7:00pm (tentative). More details on location coming soon!
Past Events:
- Spring 2024 continuing students information session: Video Recording; Presentation Slides
- New Student Orientation, Fall 2024: Presentation Slides
- Continuing Student Orientation, Fall 2024: Presentation Slides