Geography & Cartography at University of Louisville
If you plan to study Geography & Cartography, you may want to check out the program at University of Louisville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Louisville is in Louisville, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 37 geography & cartography degrees were granted at University of Louisville.
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Studying Online at University of Louisville
Online coursework is an option at University of Louisville. Of 23,065 students, 4,555 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,040 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at University of Louisville
Use these rankings to compare University of Louisville’s Geography & Cartography program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 32 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #97 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #115 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from University of Louisville
Graduates of University of Louisville’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 | $35,740 |
| 2 years | $27,669 |
| 3 years | $34,475 |
| 4 years | $39,846 |
| 5 years | $57,437 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Geography & Cartography graduates from University of Louisville report median earnings of $39,846, compared with $66,322 for all University of Louisville graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Louisville, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Louisville are 32% women (12) and 68% men (25).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at University of Louisville
Of the 19 bachelor’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at University of Louisville, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Louisville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Louisville, below the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at University of Louisville
Among the 3 master’s geography & cartography graduates at University of Louisville, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Louisville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Louisville
This Geography & Cartography program at University of Louisville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 22 |
| Geographic Information Science | 15 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Students who finish Geography & Cartography program at University of Louisville work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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.