Geological & Earth Sciences at Cornell University
If you are interested in studying Geological & Earth Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Cornell University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Cornell University is in Ithaca, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 27 geological & earth sciences graduations were recorded at Cornell University.
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Online Class Availability at Cornell University
Online coursework is an option at Cornell University. Of 26,793 students, 527 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,572 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at Cornell University
Rankings can help you compare Cornell University’s Geological & Earth Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New York | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 26 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #22 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #155 of 161 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New York | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 26 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #22 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #155 of 161 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at Cornell University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at Cornell University are 41% women (11) and 59% men (16).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Cornell University
Among the 21 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences graduates at Cornell University, 48% were women (10) and 52% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Cornell University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 57% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Cornell University, above the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at Cornell University
Of the 5 master’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at Cornell University, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at Cornell University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at Cornell University
Of the 1 doctoral geological & earth sciences graduates at Cornell University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Cornell University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Cornell University
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at Cornell University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 6 |
| Other Geological & Earth Sciences | 21 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Geological & Earth Sciences program at Cornell University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Geological & Earth Sciences majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.