Geography & Cartography at Sam Houston State University
If you plan to study Geography & Cartography, consider the program at Sam Houston State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Sam Houston State University sits in Huntsville, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 geography & cartography degrees were awarded at Sam Houston State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Sam Houston State University
Online coursework is an option at Sam Houston State University. Among 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at Sam Houston State University
Use these rankings to compare Sam Houston State University’s Geography & Cartography program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #6 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #9 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #11 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #15 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #86 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #139 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Students who complete Sam Houston State University’s Geography & Cartography program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,838 |
| 2 years | $31,133 |
| 3 years | $35,004 |
| 4 years | $45,328 |
| 5 years | $53,453 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Geography & Cartography graduates from Sam Houston State University report median earnings of $45,328, compared with $55,820 for all Sam Houston State University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from Sam Houston State University is $25,156.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Geography & Cartography graduates at Sam Houston State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at Sam Houston State University are 46% women (11) and 54% men (13).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Among the 17 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at Sam Houston State University, 35% were women (6) and 65% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 41% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, higher than the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Among the 7 master’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at Sam Houston State University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 57% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State 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 Sam Houston State University
The Geography & Cartography program at Sam Houston State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 17 |
| Geographic Information Science | 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Students who finish Geography & Cartography program at Sam Houston State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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.