Geological & Earth Sciences at University of Florida
If you are interested in studying Geological & Earth Sciences, consider the program at University of Florida. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Florida is located in Gainesville, FL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 29 geological & earth sciences degrees were granted at University of Florida.
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Online Class Availability at University of Florida
Online coursework is an option at University of Florida. Of 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) studied exclusively online and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at University of Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Florida’s Geological & Earth Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Florida | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 162 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Florida | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 162 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from University of Florida
Students who complete University of Florida’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 | $38,395 |
| 2 years | $34,259 |
| 3 years | $38,873 |
| 4 years | $50,033 |
| 5 years | $53,189 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Florida report median earnings of $50,033, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Florida is $24,757.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Florida, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Florida are 69% women (20) and 31% men (9).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Florida
Among the 19 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences graduates at University of Florida, 74% were women (14) and 26% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida, below the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at University of Florida
Of the 4 master’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Florida, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Florida
Among the 4 doctoral geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Florida, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
*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 Florida
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Florida includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 29 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Florida work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.