Geological & Earth Sciences at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
If you plan to study Geological & Earth Sciences, take a look at what Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is in Baton Rouge, LA.
During the most recent reporting year, 89 geological & earth sciences degrees were granted at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
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Online Class Availability at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Distance learning is available at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. Of 41,705 students, 5,129 (12%) studied exclusively online and 17,009 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Rankings can help you compare Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Geological & Earth Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 162 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 161 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 162 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #109 of 161 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Graduates of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Geological & Earth Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,819 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $41,476 |
| 4 years | $59,588 |
| 5 years | $64,709 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College report median earnings of $59,588, compared with $58,324 for all Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College comes in at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College are 61% women (54) and 39% men (35).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Of the 48 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 62% were women (30) and 38% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 17% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, lower than the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Of the 24 master’s geological & earth sciences graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 54% were women (13) and 46% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, above the national average of 20%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Among the 11 doctoral geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 64% were women (7) and 36% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
*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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 26 |
| Geophysics & Seismology | 6 |
| Chemical & Physical Oceanography | 57 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Geological & Earth Sciences program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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.