Geological & Earth Sciences at Texas A&M University-College Station
If you plan to study Geological & Earth Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Texas A&M University-College Station. Get started with the following essential facts.
Texas A&M University-College Station sits in College Station, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 112 geological & earth sciences degrees were granted at Texas A&M University-College Station.
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Studying Online at Texas A&M University-College Station
Online coursework is an option at Texas A&M University-College Station. Among 78,321 students, 4,350 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,832 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at Texas A&M University-College Station
Rankings can help you compare Texas A&M University-College Station’s Geological & Earth Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Texas | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #125 of 161 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Texas | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #125 of 161 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from Texas A&M University-College Station
Graduates of Texas A&M University-College Station’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 | $57,026 |
| 2 years | $41,613 |
| 3 years | $56,986 |
| 4 years | $52,783 |
| 5 years | $74,388 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from Texas A&M University-College Station take home a median $52,783, compared with $74,589 for all Texas A&M University-College Station graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from Texas A&M University-College Station stands at $20,837.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at Texas A&M University-College Station, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at Texas A&M University-College Station are 54% women (61) and 46% men (51).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Texas A&M University-College Station
Among the 51 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences graduates at Texas A&M University-College Station, 49% were women (25) and 51% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-College Station.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-College Station, above the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at Texas A&M University-College Station
Among the 46 master’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at Texas A&M University-College Station, 59% were women (27) and 41% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-College Station.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 39% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at Texas A&M University-College Station, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at Texas A&M University-College Station
Among the 15 doctoral geological & earth sciences graduates at Texas A&M University-College Station, 60% were women (9) and 40% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Texas A&M University-College Station.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 7% of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Texas A&M University-College Station, lower than the national average of 18%.*
*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 Texas A&M University-College Station
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at Texas A&M University-College Station offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 65 |
| Geophysics & Seismology | 4 |
| Hydrology & Water Resources Science | 14 |
| Chemical & Physical Oceanography | 29 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Geological & Earth Sciences program at Texas A&M University-College Station pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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
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