Geophysics & Seismology at Brown University
If you plan to study Geophysics & Seismology, take a look at what Brown University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Brown University sits in Providence, RI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 4 geophysics & seismology degrees were awarded at Brown University.
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Online Class Availability at Brown University
Distance learning is available at Brown University. Among 11,956 students, 758 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 238 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Geophysics & Seismology graduates at Brown University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Geophysics & Seismology graduates at Brown University are 25% women (1) and 75% men (3).
Geophysics & Seismology Bachelor’s Program at Brown University
Among the 4 bachelor’s geophysics & seismology graduates at Brown University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geophysics & Seismology bachelor’s degree recipients at Brown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Geophysics & Seismology bachelor’s degree recipients at Brown University, lower than the national average of 57%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Geophysics & Seismology Graduates
Those who complete Geophysics & Seismology program at Brown University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Geophysics & Seismology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $72,801 |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | $58,500 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.