Geological & Earth Sciences at University of Arizona
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geological & Earth Sciences, consider the program at University of Arizona. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Arizona is in Tucson, AZ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 90 geological & earth sciences degrees were awarded at University of Arizona.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arizona
Many students take online classes at University of Arizona. Among 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at University of Arizona
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Arizona’s Geological & Earth Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 162 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 162 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from University of Arizona
Students who complete University of Arizona’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 | $42,269 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $47,266 |
| 4 years | $57,705 |
| 5 years | $66,461 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $57,705, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Arizona comes in at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Arizona are 44% women (40) and 56% men (50).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 59 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences graduates at University of Arizona, 44% were women (26) and 56% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 26 |
Minority students account for 20% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, below the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 17 master’s geological & earth sciences graduates at University of Arizona, 41% were women (7) and 59% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, above the national average of 20%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Arizona
Among the 14 doctoral geological & earth sciences graduates at University of Arizona, 50% were women (7) and 50% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona, above 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 University of Arizona
This Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Arizona includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 68 |
| Hydrology & Water Resources Science | 21 |
| Other Geological & Earth Sciences | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Arizona pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.