Geological & Earth Sciences at California Institute of Technology
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geological & Earth Sciences, consider the program at California Institute of Technology. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California Institute of Technology is in Pasadena, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 32 geological & earth sciences graduations were recorded at California Institute of Technology.
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Online & Distance Learning at California Institute of Technology
California Institute of Technology delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at California Institute of Technology
Rankings can help you compare California Institute of Technology’s Geological & Earth Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #15 of 17 |
| Best Value | California | #17 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 31 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #28 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #100 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #106 of 161 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #15 of 17 |
| Best Value | California | #17 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 31 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #28 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #100 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #106 of 161 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at California Institute of Technology, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at California Institute of Technology are 56% women (18) and 44% men (14).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at California Institute of Technology
Among the 3 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at California Institute of Technology, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 67% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at California Institute of Technology, higher than the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at California Institute of Technology
Of the 14 master’s geological & earth sciences graduates at California Institute of Technology, 57% were women (8) and 43% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at California Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at California Institute of Technology, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at California Institute of Technology
Among the 15 doctoral geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at California Institute of Technology, 53% were women (8) and 47% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at California Institute of Technology.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 27% of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at California Institute of Technology, above the national average of 18%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Geological & Earth Sciences Concentrations at California Institute of Technology
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at California Institute of Technology breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 14 |
| Geochemistry | 10 |
| Geophysics & Seismology | 8 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Geological & Earth Sciences program at California Institute of Technology work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | $119,992 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Hydrologists | $96,513 |
| Hydrologic Technicians | $92,011 |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $72,801 |
| Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,509 |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | $58,500 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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