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 Valpo ranks among other schools offering degrees in meteorology.
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The bachelor's program at Valpo was ranked #39 on College Factual's Best Schools for meteorology list. It is also ranked #3 in Indiana.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Valparaiso University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in atmospheric sciences & meteorology. This is an increase of 80% over the previous year when 10 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of meteorology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Valpo is $35,818. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $36,669 for all meteorology students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Valpo, meteorology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $22,807 for all meteorology majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the meteorology majors at Valparaiso University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 18 students earned a bachelor's degree in meteorology from Valpo. About 33% of these graduates were women and the other 67% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 94% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Valparaiso University with a bachelor's in meteorology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 20 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 5 |
| Physics | 3 |
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