Geological & Earth Sciences at East Carolina University
If you plan to study Geological & Earth Sciences, consider the program at East Carolina University. Get started with the following essential facts.
East Carolina University is located in Greenville, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 21 geological & earth sciences degrees were awarded at East Carolina University.
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Studying Online at East Carolina University
Online coursework is an option at East Carolina University. Of 26,940 students, 8,356 (31%) studied exclusively online and 11,786 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at East Carolina University
These rankings give you a sense of how East Carolina University’s Geological & Earth Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #23 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #78 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #91 of 162 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from East Carolina University
Those who finish East Carolina University’s Geological & Earth Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,434 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 4 years | $68,003 |
| 5 years | $68,235 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from East Carolina University report median earnings of $68,003, compared with $61,153 for all East Carolina University graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from East Carolina University is $20,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at East Carolina University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at East Carolina University are 48% women (10) and 52% men (11).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at East Carolina University
Of the 12 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at East Carolina University, 42% were women (5) and 58% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, above the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at East Carolina University
Among the 8 master’s geological & earth sciences graduates at East Carolina University, 50% were women (4) and 50% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at East Carolina University, below the national average of 20%.*
*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 East Carolina University
This Geological & Earth Sciences program at East Carolina University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 20 |
| Hydrology & Water Resources Science | 1 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Geological & Earth Sciences program at East Carolina University pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.