Geography & Cartography at University of Nevada-Reno
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geography & Cartography, you may want to check out the program at University of Nevada-Reno. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nevada-Reno is located in Reno, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 15 geography & cartography degrees were granted at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Online Class Availability at University of Nevada-Reno
Online coursework is an option at University of Nevada-Reno. Among 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Nevada-Reno’s Geography & Cartography program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #20 of 35 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 152 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #20 of 35 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 152 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 73% women (11) and 27% men (4).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 10 bachelor’s geography & cartography graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, below the national average of 30%.*
*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 Nevada-Reno
This Geography & Cartography program at University of Nevada-Reno offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 10 |
| Other Geography | 5 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Graduates of the Geography & Cartography program at University of Nevada-Reno pursue many career paths. 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.