Geography & Cartography at George Mason University
If you are interested in studying Geography & Cartography, take a look at what George Mason University. Get started with the following essential facts.
George Mason University is located in Fairfax, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 32 geography & cartography degrees were awarded at George Mason University.
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Online Class Availability at George Mason University
Distance learning is available at George Mason University. Of 39,766 students, 7,435 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 20,269 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at George Mason University
Use these rankings to compare George Mason University’s Geography & Cartography program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 32 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #23 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #28 of 152 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #95 of 151 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from George Mason University
Students who complete George Mason University’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 | $66,254 |
| 2 years | $57,264 |
| 3 years | $64,068 |
| 4 years | $75,798 |
| 5 years | $86,345 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Geography & Cartography graduates from George Mason University earn a median of $75,798, compared with $79,668 for all George Mason University graduates — about 5% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from George Mason University is $22,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Geography & Cartography graduates at George Mason University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at George Mason University are 31% women (10) and 69% men (22).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at George Mason University
Of the 12 bachelor’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at George Mason University, 25% were women (3) and 75% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at George Mason University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at George Mason University
Among the 18 master’s geography & cartography graduates at George Mason University, 33% were women (6) and 67% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at George Mason University, 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 George Mason University
The Geography & Cartography program at George Mason University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 25 |
| Geographic Information Science | 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Graduates of the Geography & Cartography program at George Mason University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.