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Geological & Earth Sciences Schools in Illinois

52 students earned Geology degrees in Illinois in the 2020-2021 year.

A Geological & Earth Sciences major is the 127th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Geological & Earth Sciences Majors in Illinois

Geology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 25
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 25
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 25
Master’s Degree 19
Post-Master’s Certificate 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 8

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a geology major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of geology majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.9%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.5%
  • White: 42.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 36.5%
  • Other Races: 5.8%
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Jobs for Geological & Earth Sciences Grads in Illinois

There are 3,720 people in the state and 128,200 people in the nation working in geology jobs.

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Wages for Geological & Earth Sciences Jobs in Illinois

Geology grads earn an average of $82,150 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Illinois that offer geology degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
20,720 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 78%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $47,399 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.32 years.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

57% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 1.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 5 to 1.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $67,867 after graduation. The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at Northwestern. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $23,279.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $59,402 after earning their degree at this institution. The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
16,769 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 76%. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,408 after earning their degree at this institution.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 72%. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. In their early career, UIC grads earn an average salary of $49,099.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
11,366 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,285. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

Geological & Earth Sciences Careers in IL

Some of the careers geology majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Hydrologists 13% $87,250
Geoscientists 10% $61,400
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 0% $78,300
Chemistry Professors 0% $77,460

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to geology.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Chemistry 316
Physics 158
Astronomy & Astrophysics 27
General Physical Sciences 24
Atmospheric Sciences 11

View all majors related to Geological & Earth Sciences

View Nationwide Geological & Earth Sciences Report

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