by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how University of Arizona ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in geology.
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University of Arizona is in the top 10% of the country for geology. More specifically it was ranked #10 out of 152 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Arizona.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Arizona handed out 58 bachelor's degrees in geological & earth sciences. This is an increase of 53% over the previous year when 38 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 25 students received their master’s degree in geology from University of Arizona. This makes it the #9 most popular school for geology master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 7 students received their doctoral degrees in geology in 2022, making the school the #36 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
Geology majors who earn their bachelor's degree from University of Arizona go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $38,617 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $39,685 for all geology students.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at University of Arizona paid an average of $1,544 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $825 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $11,546 | $37,053 |
| Fees | $1,731 | $1,731 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,400 | $14,400 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 58 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in geology from University of Arizona. About 55% were men and 45% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Arizona with a bachelor's in geology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 26 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 25 |
| Other Races | 3 |
University of Arizona does not offer an online option for its geology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the University of Arizona Online Learning page.
Geology majors graduating with a master's degree from University of Arizona make a median salary of $65,268 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $69,249.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 24 students graduated with a master's degree in geology from University of Arizona. About 38% were men and 63% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at University of Arizona are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 54% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Arizona with a master's in geology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the geology majors at University of Arizona.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 159 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 50 |
| Chemistry | 50 |
| Materials Sciences | 19 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 5 |
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