Geological & Earth Sciences at University of Akron Main Campus
If you plan to study Geological & Earth Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Akron Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Akron Main Campus sits in Akron, OH.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 18 geological & earth sciences degrees were awarded at University of Akron Main Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Akron Main Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Akron Main Campus. Of 13,332 students, 1,951 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,794 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at University of Akron Main Campus
Use these rankings to compare University of Akron Main Campus’s Geological & Earth Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 20 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 162 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from University of Akron Main Campus
Those who finish University of Akron Main Campus’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 | $37,306 |
| 2 years | $41,565 |
| 3 years | $46,794 |
| 4 years | $59,008 |
| 5 years | $60,028 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Akron Main Campus report median earnings of $59,008, compared with $55,692 for all University of Akron Main Campus graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Akron Main Campus comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Akron Main Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Akron Main Campus are 78% women (14) and 22% men (4).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Akron Main Campus
Among the 16 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Akron Main Campus, 75% were women (12) and 25% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Akron Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 12% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Akron Main Campus, lower than the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at University of Akron Main Campus
Among the 2 master’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Akron Main Campus, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Akron Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 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 University of Akron Main Campus
This Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Akron Main Campus breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 18 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Akron Main Campus work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates, 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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