The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics offers many options for undergraduates to explore the universe through interdisciplinary study that emphasizes mastery of the intellectual processes of inquiry and discovery. In general education courses and our academic programs, students develop a profound understanding of the processes of the scientific method that enable them to identify unanswered questions, analyze problems, and pursue research confidently. Students in the Major in Astrophysics program acquire a broad knowledge of the universal, physical laws spanning scales from the nuclear to cosmological, develop skills in computational methods and statistical data analysis, and gain experience with experimental and observational techniques through participation in faculty-led research projects. Courses highlight the essential relationships among the Physical Sciences and state-of-the-art research methods to enhance students research and analytical skills. The major program offers both a BA and BS option.