Geographic Information Science at University at Albany
If you plan to study Geographic Information Science, take a look at what University at Albany. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University at Albany is in Albany, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 10 geographic information science graduations were recorded at University at Albany.
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Studying Online at University at Albany
Distance learning is available at University at Albany. Among 17,560 students, 1,941 (11%) studied exclusively online and 7,034 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Geographic Information Science graduates at University at Albany, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geographic Information Science graduates at University at Albany are 50% women (5) and 50% men (5).
Geographic Information Science Master’s Program at University at Albany
Of the 3 master’s geographic information science degrees awarded at University at Albany, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geographic Information Science master’s degree recipients at University at Albany.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Geographic Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Geographic Information Science program at University at Albany go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Geographic Information Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Surveying and Mapping Technicians | $123,658 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Geographers | $77,391 |
| Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | $56,771 |
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.