Summary
Explore the universe from the big bang to the death of stars. Join an exploration of the universe, including black holes, supernovae, white dwarfs, pulsars and the Milky Way. Other topics may include distances of stars and galaxies; quasars; expansion of universe; modern big bang cosmology, dark matter, dark energy.
Student profile
All ALP students should plan to bring a personal laptop or tablet for use in class and during evening sessions.
Important dates
Application deadlines
Application opens: Nov. 29, 2022
Deadline: Apply by May 1, 2023
Tuition deadlines
The first half of tuition is due by May 15, 2023. The second half of tuition is due by June 1, 2023.
Upcoming dates
Astronomy: The Evolving Universe
Course #: 5017-C-PREC-5017-24-PREC
For registration assistance: 608-890-3260
precollege.wisc.edu/5017-C-PREC
Schedule
Jul. 2–22, 2023
Register through: May 01, 2023
All times shown in central time.
Program
Cancellation Policy
Badger Precollege reserves the right to cancel classes when necessary, including those for which enrollment numbers are not sufficient, or those for which a highly qualified instructor is unavailable. In the case of course cancellations, we will be happy to help you choose an alternative course. If no acceptable alternative is available, we will refund any tuition paid, minus any non-refundable application fees or deposits.