Geography & Cartography at University of Arizona
If you plan to study Geography & Cartography, take a look at what University of Arizona. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Arizona is in Tucson, AZ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 95 geography & cartography degrees were awarded at University of Arizona.
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Studying Online at University of Arizona
Online coursework is an option at University of Arizona. Among 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) studied exclusively online and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at University of Arizona
Rankings can help you compare University of Arizona’s Geography & Cartography program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #10 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #129 of 152 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arizona | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #10 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #129 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from University of Arizona
Graduates of University of Arizona’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 | $49,420 |
| 2 years | $45,847 |
| 3 years | $59,988 |
| 4 years | $55,969 |
| 5 years | $63,348 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Geography & Cartography graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $55,969, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from University of Arizona is $28,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Arizona, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Arizona are 47% women (45) and 53% men (50).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 36 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at University of Arizona, 39% were women (14) and 61% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, below the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 40 master’s geography & cartography graduates at University of Arizona, 45% were women (18) and 55% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, higher than the national average of 21%.*
Geography & Cartography Doctoral Program at University of Arizona
Among the 6 doctoral geography & cartography degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 100% were women (6) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of Geography & Cartography doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona, below 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 University of Arizona
This Geography & Cartography program at University of Arizona offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 30 |
| Geographic Information Science | 65 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Graduates of the Geography & Cartography program at University of Arizona pursue many career paths. 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.