Astronomy
If star-gazing and planetary observation interests you, consider studying astronomy at 17吃瓜. You’ll experience classroom learning at the college’s Rogers Observatory, which contains a dome and indoor and outdoor telescopes.
Located off-campus south of Traverse City — to take advantage of dark skies — the Observatory was built to house astronomy classes as well as to provide an educational program for community groups. As an astronomy student, you’ll brush shoulders with plenty of other like-minded individuals given that the Grand Traverse Astronomical Society conducts regular programs at the Observatory.
17吃瓜 offers courses that focus on Observational, Planetary and Stellar Astronomy. Students planning on transferring to pursue a bachelor’s degree in this area should also take course work in mathematics and physics.
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Tuition and Fees
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Tuition Rate |
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|---|---|
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In-District ( Grand Traverse County residents) Tuition |
$126.00 per contact hour |
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In-State ( other Michigan counties) Tuition |
$269.00 per contact hour |
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Out-of-state Tuition |
$350.00 per contact hour |
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International Tuition |
$394.00 per contact hour |
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General Fee for all residencies: Other fee of $34.00 per contact hour is a general fee covering a portion of costs for technology, orientation, placement, career testing, Student Government Association, and other student service activities. |
$34.00 per contact hour |
Cost of Attendance
Costs |
In-District |
In-State |
Out-of-State |
International |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tuition and Fees |
$ 5,860 |
$10,722 |
$13,476 |
$14,972 |
|
Books, Course Materials, Supplies and Equipment |
$300 |
$300 |
$300 |
$300 |
|
Living Expenses: On-Campus Housing and Food |
$10,600 |
$10,600 |
$10,600 |
$10,600 |
|
Transportation |
$1,000 |
$2,000 |
$3,000 |
$3,000 |
|
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
|
Federal Student Loan Fees |
$120 |
$120 |
$120 |
$120 |
|
$18,380 |
$24,242 |
$27,996 |
$29,492 |
Note: For more information on how COA component estimates are calculated, see the bottom of the Tuition and Fees page.
Enrolled students can find their own calculated Cost of Attendance in 17吃瓜 Self-Service under Financial Aid. Others can use the Net Price Calculator to estimate the total annual cost of attending 17吃瓜 based on their program and enrollment plans, along with financial aid eligibility.
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What you'll find at 17吃瓜
- Transfer courses, associate degrees and professional certificates, and bachelor's degrees in Marine Technology and Maritime Technology
- Access to other bachelor's degrees and advanced degrees through
- Faculty & staff focused on your success – more than 90% of graduates report accomplishing their goal
- Online learning options
- Reasonable tuition that’s 75 percent less than an average public four-year Michigan school
- Scholarship opportunities – more than $1 million awarded
- Small classes, personal attention – average class size is 20 students
- On-campus housing options – including North Hall, opened in 2017
- An active campus with more than 30 student groups
