Geography & Cartography at California State University-Northridge
If you plan to study Geography & Cartography, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Northridge. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Northridge sits in Northridge, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 32 geography & cartography graduations were recorded at California State University-Northridge.
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Studying Online at California State University-Northridge
Distance learning is available at California State University-Northridge. Among 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at California State University-Northridge
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Northridge’s Geography & Cartography program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 22 |
| Best Value | California | #10 of 22 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #10 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #12 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #12 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #55 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Graduates of California State University-Northridge’s Geography & Cartography program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,876 |
| 2 years | $28,366 |
| 3 years | $49,703 |
| 4 years | $54,884 |
| 5 years | $75,692 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Geography & Cartography graduates from California State University-Northridge take home a median $54,884, compared with $62,574 for all California State University-Northridge graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from California State University-Northridge comes in at $8,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geography & Cartography graduates at California State University-Northridge, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geography & Cartography graduates at California State University-Northridge are 34% women (11) and 66% men (21).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 26 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at California State University-Northridge, 31% were women (8) and 69% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 62% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, above the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 6 master’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, lower than the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Geography & Cartography Concentrations at California State University-Northridge
This Geography & Cartography program at California State University-Northridge breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 23 |
| Geographic Information Science | 9 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Those who complete Geography & Cartography program at California State University-Northridge go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Geography & Cartography majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $123,658 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Geographers | $77,391 |
| Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | $56,771 |
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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