by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2025 ranking, College Factual looked at 2 schools in Iowa to determine which ones were the best for geology & earth sciences students pursuing a degree. Combined, these schools handed out 57 degrees in geology & earth sciences to qualified students.
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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best Geology & Earth Sciences Schools in Iowa list, to help you choose the best school for you. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the geology degree levels they offer.
University of Iowa is a wonderful option for students pursuing a degree in geology & earth sciences. Iowa is a very large public university located in the city of Iowa City.More information about a degree in geology & earth sciences from University of Iowa
Iowa State University is a good option for students interested in a degree in geology & earth sciences. Located in the small city of Ames, Iowa State is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a degree in geology & earth sciences from Iowa State University
Explore all the Best Geology & Earth Sciences Colleges in the Plains States Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 742 | 108 |
| Missouri | 693 | 55 |
| Kansas | 599 | 68 |
| Nebraska | 500 | 18 |
| North Dakota | 416 | 12 |
| South Dakota | 381 | 11 |
One of 7 majors within the Geological & Earth Sciences area of study, Geology & Earth Sciences has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Geological & Earth Sciences/Geosciences | 1 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
