Geography & Cartography at University of New Mexico-Main Campus
If you plan to study Geography & Cartography, take a look at what University of New Mexico-Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of New Mexico-Main Campus is in Albuquerque, NM.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 22 geography & cartography degrees were awarded at University of New Mexico-Main Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Distance learning is available at University of New Mexico-Main Campus. Among 23,124 students, 3,640 (16%) studied exclusively online and 9,446 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Use these rankings to compare University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s Geography & Cartography program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | New Mexico | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #100 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #140 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Those who finish University of New Mexico-Main Campus’s Geography & Cartography program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,819 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Geography & Cartography graduates from University of New Mexico-Main Campus stands at $14,705.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Geography & Cartography graduates at University of New Mexico-Main Campus, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Geography & Cartography graduates at University of New Mexico-Main Campus are 50% women (11) and 50% men (11).
Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Program at University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Of the 13 bachelor’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at University of New Mexico-Main Campus, 54% were women (7) and 46% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of New Mexico-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 46% of Geography & Cartography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of New Mexico-Main Campus, above the national average of 30%.*
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Among the 9 master’s geography & cartography graduates at University of New Mexico-Main Campus, 44% were women (4) and 56% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of New Mexico-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 22% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of New Mexico-Main Campus, higher than 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 New Mexico-Main Campus
The Geography & Cartography program at University of New Mexico-Main Campus includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geography | 22 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Students who finish Geography & Cartography program at University of New Mexico-Main Campus pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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.