Geography & Cartography at Salisbury University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geography & Cartography, consider the program at Salisbury University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Salisbury University is in Salisbury, MD.
During the most recent reporting year, 19 geography & cartography degrees were granted at Salisbury University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Salisbury University
Online coursework is an option at Salisbury University. Among 7,025 students, 535 (8%) studied exclusively online and 1,645 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at Salisbury University
Rankings can help you compare Salisbury University’s Geography & Cartography program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maryland | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #83 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #112 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from Salisbury University
Graduates of Salisbury University’s Geography & Cartography program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,932 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $46,570 |
| 4 years | $50,200 |
| 5 years | $54,341 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Geography & Cartography graduates from Salisbury University earn a median of $50,200, compared with $55,843 for all Salisbury University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from Salisbury University comes in at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Geography & Cartography graduates at Salisbury University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at Salisbury University are 21% women (4) and 79% men (15).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at Salisbury University
Of the 15 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at Salisbury University, 13% were women (2) and 87% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at Salisbury University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at Salisbury University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at Salisbury University
Of the 4 master’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at Salisbury University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at Salisbury University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at Salisbury University, above 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 Salisbury University
The Geography & Cartography program at Salisbury University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 19 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Those who complete Geography & Cartography program at Salisbury University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.