Geography & Cartography at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
If you plan to study Geography & Cartography, take a look at what University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is in Champaign, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 30 geography & cartography graduations were recorded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Of 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Geography & Cartography program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 152 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 151 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 152 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 151 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Those who finish University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’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 | $40,269 |
| 2 years | $31,133 |
| 3 years | $50,041 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geography & Cartography graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 40% women (12) and 60% men (18).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 26 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 38% were women (10) and 62% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, below the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 4 master’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, above the national average of 21%.*
*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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The Geography & Cartography program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 5 |
| Geographic Information Science | 25 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Graduates of the Geography & Cartography program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Geography & Cartography graduates, 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.