Geological & Earth Sciences Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Geological & Earth Sciences Grads in Illinois
In this state, there are 4,720 people employed in jobs related to a Geology degree, compared to 173,620 nationwide.
Wages for Geological & Earth Sciences Jobs in Illinois
Geology grads earn an average of $141,592 in the state and $142,380 nationwide.
Most Popular Geological & Earth Sciences Programs in IL
Our data covers 5 colleges in Illinois offering Geology degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,662 a year. The school admits about 78% of applicants. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $53,513 in their first year after graduation. About 44% of those who apply are admitted. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,159 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 89%, getting in takes some planning. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $77,119 a year. The school admits about 5% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 99%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $45,902 in their first year after graduation. About 70% of those who apply are admitted. 70% of full-time students return after their first year.
Geological & Earth Sciences Careers in IL
Some of the careers Geology majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 10% | $110,931 |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | 10% | $72,801 |
| Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | 10% | $119,992 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 9% | $132,227 |
| Hydrologists | 8% | $96,513 |
| Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | 7% | $69,509 |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | 4% | $58,500 |
| Hydrologic Technicians | 4% | $92,011 |
| Water Resource Specialists | 0% | $179,716 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Geology.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 19,434 |
| Physics | 12,910 |
| General Physical Sciences | 2,661 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 1,580 |
| Atmospheric Sciences | 1,341 |
| Materials Sciences | 650 |
| Other Physical Science | 422 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 39 |
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