Geological & Earth Sciences at University of Nevada-Reno
If you are interested in studying Geological & Earth Sciences, take a look at what University of Nevada-Reno. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nevada-Reno is in Reno, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 36 geological & earth sciences degrees were awarded at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Online Class Availability at University of Nevada-Reno
Distance learning is available at University of Nevada-Reno. Among 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) studied exclusively online and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Geological & Earth Sciences Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Reno’s Geological & Earth Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #19 of 31 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 162 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #19 of 31 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #64 of 161 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 162 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates from University of Nevada-Reno comes in at $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geological & Earth Sciences graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 39% women (14) and 61% men (22).
Geological & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 19 bachelor’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 26% were women (5) and 74% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Geological & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, below the national average of 26%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 11 master’s geological & earth sciences degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 55% were women (6) and 45% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Geological & Earth Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, below the national average of 20%.*
Geological & Earth Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 6 doctoral geological & earth sciences graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Geological & Earth Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, 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 Geological & Earth Sciences Concentrations at University of Nevada-Reno
The Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Nevada-Reno offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geology & Earth Sciences | 23 |
| Geophysics & Seismology | 5 |
| Hydrology & Water Resources Science | 8 |
Best-Paid Careers for Geological & Earth Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Geological & Earth Sciences program at University of Nevada-Reno pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Geological & Earth Sciences majors, 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.