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. Also, learn how UH Hilo ranks among other schools offering degrees in geography.
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The bachelor's program at UH Hilo was ranked #120 on College Factual's Best Schools for geography list. It is also ranked #2 in Hawaii.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Geography & Cartography Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 110 |
| Best Geography & Cartography Schools | 120 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Hawaii at Hilo handed out 10 bachelor's degrees in geography & cartography. This is a decrease of 23% over the previous year when 13 degrees were handed out.
Geography majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UH Hilo go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $30,293 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $38,726 for all geography students.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at UH Hilo paid an average of $846 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $306 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,344 | $20,304 |
| Fees | $494 | $494 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $8,248 | $8,248 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,986 | $3,986 |
Learn more about UH Hilo tuition and fees.
Of the 10 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Geography & Cartography from UH Hilo in 2021-2022, 30% were men and 70% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Hawaii at Hilo with a bachelor's in geography.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
UH Hilo 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 UH Hilo Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the geography majors at University of Hawaii at Hilo.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 14 |
| Anthropology | 12 |
| Political Science & Government | 11 |
| Economics | 1 |
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