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The Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida is home to a vibrant community actively engaged in research, education, and outreach. Our faculty lead a wide range of research programs using world-class resources including an in-house design-through-fabrication instrumentation program, partner level access to the Gran Telescope Canarias, the HiPerGator-3 supercomputer, and more. Our undergraduate and graduate programs host around 100 students who are split between our Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, and Graduate Program. Our outreach program includes highly popular weekly public observing nights and annual Starry Night events which allow us to reach tens of thousands of community members.
Recent News
- Partial Solar Eclipse Observed During UF Astronomy Event
October 30, 2023
On Saturday, October 14, viewers at the Cuscowilla Nature Preserve were treated to a rare sight, a a partial ... - UF Astronomy major Dana Yaptangco awarded Oegerle Scholarship
October 13, 2023
Dana says “I’m honored to have been awarded the Oegerle scholarship by our department. Under the mentorship of Prof. Sarah ... - Astronomers Reveal Feeding Frenzy in Stellar Nursery
September 8, 2023
Read more "Astronomers Reveal Feeding Frenzy in Stellar Nursery" - Natalia Guerrero Accepted For 2023 Culturally Inclusive Planetary Engagement Workshop
August 21, 2023
Natalia Guerrero was accepted to attend the 2023 Culturally Inclusive Planetary Engagement professional development workshop hosted by the USRA Lunar and Planetary ...