Geological & Earth Sciences at University of Kansas
If you plan to study Geological & Earth Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Kansas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kansas is in Lawrence, KS.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 18 geological & earth sciences degrees were granted at University of Kansas.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kansas
Distance learning is available at University of Kansas. Among 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at University of Kansas
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kansas’s Geological & Earth Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #92 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #130 of 162 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #92 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #130 of 162 |
Earnings for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates from University of Kansas
Graduates of University of Kansas’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 | $50,763 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Kansas comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Kansas, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Kansas are 33% women (6) and 67% men (12).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Kansas
Among the 11 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences graduates at University of Kansas, 36% were women (4) and 64% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, above the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at University of Kansas
Among the 4 master’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, above the national average of 20%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Kansas
Of the 3 doctoral geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas, 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 Kansas
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Kansas offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 18 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Kansas go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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