by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Appalachian State ranks among other schools offering degrees in geography.
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The bachelor's program at Appalachian State was ranked #60 on College Factual's Best Schools for geography list. It is also ranked #3 in North Carolina.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 55 |
| Best Geography & Cartography Schools | 60 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Appalachian State University handed out 31 bachelor's degrees in geography & cartography. This is an increase of 72% over the previous year when 18 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 10 students received their master’s degree in geography from Appalachian State. This makes it the #27 most popular school for geography master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of geography students who receive their bachelor's degree at Appalachian State is $41,648. This is higher than $38,726, which is the national median for all geography bachelor's degree recipients.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Appalachian State was $885 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $177 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,242 | $21,238 |
| Fees | $3,299 | $3,299 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,258 | $12,258 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,725 | $2,725 |
Learn more about Appalachian State tuition and fees.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 31 geography majors earned their bachelor's degree from Appalachian State. Of these graduates, 65% were men and 35% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Appalachian State are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 94% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor's in geography.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 29 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Appalachian State does not offer an online option for its geography bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Appalachian State Online Learning page.
All of the 9 students who graduated with a Master’s in geography from Appalachian State in 2022 were men.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at Appalachian State are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 89% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Appalachian State University with a master's in geography.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the geography majors at Appalachian State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 120 |
| Anthropology | 45 |
| Economics | 37 |
| Sociology | 31 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.