Geography & Cartography at Western Kentucky University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geography & Cartography, take a look at what Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University sits in Bowling Green, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 23 geography & cartography degrees were granted at Western Kentucky University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Geography & Cartography Rankings at Western Kentucky University
Use these rankings to compare Western Kentucky University’s Geography & Cartography program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #15 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #33 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #75 of 152 |
More Specific Geography & Cartography Concentrations at Western Kentucky University
The Geography & Cartography program at Western Kentucky University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geographic Information Science | 23 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Geography & Cartography Graduates
Those who complete Geography & Cartography program at Western Kentucky University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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
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