Geology & Earth Sciences at Lake Superior State University
If you are interested in studying Geology & Earth Sciences, consider the program at Lake Superior State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Lake Superior State University is located in Sault Ste Marie, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 8 geology & earth sciences degrees were awarded at Lake Superior State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lake Superior State University
Many students take online classes at Lake Superior State University. Among 1,567 students, 128 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 521 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Geology & Earth Sciences graduates at Lake Superior State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geology & Earth Sciences graduates at Lake Superior State University are 50% women (4) and 50% men (4).
Geology & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Lake Superior State University
Of the 8 bachelor’s geology & earth sciences degrees awarded at Lake Superior State University, 50% were women (4) and 50% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geology & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Lake Superior State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Geology & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Lake Superior State University, lower than the national average of 26%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Geology & Earth Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Geology & Earth Sciences program at Lake Superior State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Geology & Earth Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | $119,992 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Hydrologists | $96,513 |
| 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
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