Geography & Cartography at Texas State University
If you are interested in studying Geography & Cartography, take a look at what Texas State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas State University sits in San Marcos, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 67 geography & cartography degrees were awarded at Texas State University.
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Studying Online at Texas State University
Many students take online classes at Texas State University. Among 40,674 students, 2,395 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,927 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at Texas State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Texas State University’s Geography & Cartography program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 17 |
| Best Value | Texas | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #79 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 152 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #7 of 17 |
| Best Value | Texas | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #79 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #87 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from Texas State University
Those who finish Texas State 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 | $43,284 |
| 2 years | $36,717 |
| 3 years | $44,270 |
| 4 years | $48,307 |
| 5 years | $54,724 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Geography & Cartography graduates from Texas State University take home a median $48,307, compared with $55,350 for all Texas State University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from Texas State University stands at $24,021.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Geography & Cartography graduates at Texas State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at Texas State University are 52% women (35) and 48% men (32).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at Texas State University
Among the 43 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at Texas State University, 44% were women (19) and 56% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas State University, above the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at Texas State University
Of the 14 master’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at Texas State University, 64% were women (9) and 36% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at Texas State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at Texas State University, above the national average of 21%.*
Geography & Cartography Doctoral Program at Texas State University
Among the 10 doctoral geography & cartography degrees awarded at Texas State University, 70% were women (7) and 30% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography doctoral degree recipients at Texas State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of Geography & Cartography doctoral degree recipients at Texas State University, higher 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 Geography & Cartography Concentrations at Texas State University
The Geography & Cartography program at Texas State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 42 |
| Geographic Information Science | 25 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Those who complete Geography & Cartography program at Texas State University go on to a range of careers. Below 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.