Geography & Cartography at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geography & Cartography, consider the program at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is located in Tacoma, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 11 geography & cartography degrees were awarded at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus.
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Studying Online at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus. Of 4,965 students, 176 (4%) studied exclusively online and 1,369 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Washington-Tacoma Campus’s Geography & Cartography program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #23 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 152 |
Earnings for Geography & Cartography Graduates from University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Those who finish University of Washington-Tacoma Campus’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 | $58,813 |
| 2 years | $63,005 |
| 3 years | $72,532 |
| 4 years | $77,782 |
| 5 years | $79,919 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Geography & Cartography graduates from University of Washington-Tacoma Campus take home a median $77,782, compared with $87,457 for all University of Washington-Tacoma Campus graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography & Cartography graduates at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus are 18% women (2) and 82% men (9).
Geography & Cartography Master’s Program at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Among the 11 master’s geography & cartography degrees awarded at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus, 18% were women (2) and 82% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 45% of Geography & Cartography master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus, above 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 Washington-Tacoma Campus
This Geography & Cartography program at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geographic Information Science | 11 |
Top-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Students who finish Geography & Cartography program at University of Washington-Tacoma Campus work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Geography & Cartography graduates, 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.
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