Tips for Pursuing a Career in Astrophysics

Luke Coughlin
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Hello everyone, I began using this for help with some concept homework questions for my physics 1 course. I dream of getting a PhD someday and focussing on astrophysics. I would want to work near the west coast so I could take advantage of their clear night sky. I'm only about 60 credits into my undergrad and would appreciate any tips I could implement while moving forward in this career.
 
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Welcome aboard, Luke!
 
Luke Coughlin said:
Hello everyone, I began using this for help with some concept homework questions for my physics 1 course. I dream of getting a PhD someday and focussing on astrophysics. I would want to work near the west coast so I could take advantage of their clear night sky. I'm only about 60 credits into my undergrad and would appreciate any tips I could implement while moving forward in this career.
Welcome to the PF, Luke. Post your questions in the "Academic Guidance" sub-forum, and you should get some good advice. :smile:
 

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