What Does Your Midheaven Sign Mean in Astrology?

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An in-depth look at Midheaven signs & how they affect your career

Co-authored by Glenn Carreau Reviewed by Michelle Arbeau

Last Updated: June 27, 2024 Fact Checked

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What is the Midheaven sign?

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Finding Your Midheaven

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Midheaven Sign Meanings

You’ve heard of Sun, Moon, and Rising signs in astrology, but did you know there’s a sign placement that specifically governs your professional life? Located at the cusp of your 10th House, your Midheaven sign covers your career goals, public image, sense of authority, and even the type of job that may suit you best! If you’re curious to know what your Midheaven sign says about you, keep reading. In this article, we’ll cover Midheaven signs in astrology, how to find yours, and the deeper meaning behind each different Midheaven sign.

Midheaven in Astrology: Quick Overview

Your Midheaven (or “Medium Coeli”) represents the highest point on your birth chart, at the cusp of your 10th House. It reflects your career aspirations, long-term goals, ambitions, and what you want your public persona to be, as well as how others see you. It also determines the type of work you prefer.

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What is the Midheaven sign in astrology?

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Your Midheaven speaks to your career, ambitions, and public image. Also called the Medium Coeli or MC, your midheaven sign occupies the highest point on your birth chart, at the cusp of your 10th House. It defines your achievements, career goals, sense of authority, and the legacy you aim to leave behind. It dictates how the rest of the world sees you and your relationships with authority figures.^{[1]
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- Your Midheaven sign can also predict the types of work you prefer and the career paths that may speak to you most.
- This is because the 10th House of your birth chart also represents your ambition, reputation, and career goals, and it’s connected to your MC.
- Often, your Midheaven sign is also the 10th sign from your Rising sign—but that’s not always the case.

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How to Find Your Midheaven Sign

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Use the time, date, and location of your birth to find your Midheaven. To get an accurate reading, make sure your information is exact! From there, simply plug the information into a Midheaven sign calculator, like the ones from Astrolibrary or Cafeastrology.^{[2]
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- If you’d rather find your MC manually, you can always look at your birth chart and determine the sign at the highest point of the chart yourself using a birth chart calculator.
- If you decide to find your MC yourself, keep in mind you’ll still need the time, date, and location of your birth to calculate an accurate birth chart!

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Meaning of Each Midheaven Sign

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Aries Midheaven When it comes to your career, you’re bold, visionary, and super competitive. You’re a natural leader—someone totally unafraid to take charge and be proactive. You can make snap decisions and face challenges with an air of total confidence, which means you probably have a reputation for bravery. After all, Aries is a fire sign ruled by assertive, impulsive Mars—so you love to go, go, go!^{[3]
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- Possible Aries MC careers: Entrepreneur, lawyer, athlete, actor, paramedic, ER doctor
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Taurus Midheaven You’re the definition of “slow and steady wins the race.” With a Taurus MC, you enjoy steady success because you’re hardworking and dependable. You’re also tenacious and committed to doing things the right way, not the easy way. Taurus is an earth sign ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty, so you also have a charismatic public image and gravitate toward creative fields.
- Possible Taurus MC careers: Musician, designer, banker, financial planner, forest ranger, florist, architect
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Gemini Midheaven Mercury (the planet of intellect and communication) rules the air sign Gemini, so a Gemini MC speaks to first-rate communication skills and a versatile set of skills, regardless of your career. You thrive in exciting, fast-paced jobs that require smarts and creativity, but you also jump at the chance to be social! You likely have a reputation for being multitalented or fulfilling multiple roles at work.
- Possible Gemini MC careers: Politician, publicist, comedian, marketer, teacher, salesperson, journalist
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Cancer Midheaven Ruled by the Moon, Cancer is a water sign known for being emotionally intelligent and nurturing—so with a Cancer MC, you’re probably drawn to careers that allow you to support or care for other people. You likely have a reputation for your empathy and keen intuition, which helps you navigate your career, although your goals may shift over time (like the Moon).^{[4]
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- Possible Cancer MC careers: Nurse, counselor, professional caregiver, therapist, social worker, teacher, chef
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Leo Midheaven Leo, a bold fire sign ruled by the Sun, is all about soaking up the spotlight—so with a Leo MC, you stand out from the crowd because you fearlessly follow your passions. You have a reputation for being magnetic and popular, and you tend to do your best when you take chances on things that matter to you. You may be drawn to the performing arts or other influential jobs.
- Possible Leo MC careers: Actor, performer, marketer, politician, spokesperson, CEO, motivational speaker
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Virgo Midheaven An earth sign ruled by Mercury, Virgo is known for intellect and attention to detail. With a Virgo MC, you strive for perfection (or the closest thing to it) and draw lots of admiration for your impressive work ethic. A job requiring you to be orderly and analytical is right up your alley, though you also have a humanitarian side and enjoy being of service to others.
- Possible Virgo MC careers: Researcher, teacher, writer, librarian, IT specialist, doctor, accountant
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Libra Midheaven If your Midheaven is in Libra, an air sign ruled by Venus, you love being diplomatic, bringing balance to the world, and anything beautiful. You’re known for your fairness and talent for pursuing justice, which also means you’re great at negotiating and collaborating. You might pursue a career that requires navigating both sides of an issue, or a career in the arts.^{[5]
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- Possible Libra MC careers: Diplomat, mediator, photographer, wedding planner, politician, fashion designer, lawyer, counselor
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Scorpio Midheaven If you have a Scorpio Midheaven sign, you’re drawn to power, but also love uncovering secrets and exploring the unknown. Scorpio is a water sign ruled by the transformative planet Pluto, so you approach your career with lots of intensity and prefer jobs that let you put your keen investigative skills to the test—and your ambition pushes you to find success.
- Possible Scorpio MC careers: Psychologist, researcher, private investigator, scientist, politician, sex therapist, criminal profiler
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Sagittarius Midheaven As a fire sign ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion, Sagittarius is curious and adventurous. With a Sagittarius MC, you prefer careers that drag you out of your comfort zone and give you the freedom to explore new horizons and grow intellectually. You have a reputation for creative thinking—and for your ability to inspire people with your pep, humor, and optimism!
- Possible Sagittarius MC careers: Travel journalist, photographer, comedian, professor, spiritual advisor, pilot, touring musician
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Capricorn Midheaven Capricorn is an earth sign ruled by Saturn, the planet of rules and structure. With a Cap MC, you have an impeccable work ethic and tons of ambition. You have the wherewithal to rise through the ranks in your chosen field, even if it takes years of work and determination to achieve your goals. You likely have a reputation for responsibility and authority among your peers!
- Possible Capricorn MC careers: CEO, manager, entrepreneur, doctor, financial advisor, investor, politician
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Aquarius Midheaven Aquarius, an air sign ruled by the inventive Uranus, is all about making the world a better place in unconventional ways. With an Aquarius MC, you’re forward-thinking, eccentric, and a selfless humanitarian. You don’t want to be “normal” or follow in someone else’s footsteps; you want to carve out your career path and make your mark in your own innovative style!
- Possible Aquarius MC careers: Engineer, software developer, activist, politician, nonprofit manager or founder, author
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Pisces Midheaven If you have a Pisces MC, you’re fascinated with everything creative and spiritual, and you don’t like careers that feel stagnant; you love variety, taking care of people, and being able to change gears based on your near-psychic intuition. Pisces is a water sign ruled by dreamy Neptune, so you may be idealistic, and likely have a reputation for empathy, imagination, and inclusivity!^{[6]
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- Possible Pisces MC careers: Social worker, artist, author, theologian, astrologer, actor, holistic healer, psychologist