Geology & Earth Sciences at Towson University
If you plan to study Geology & Earth Sciences, consider the program at Towson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Towson University is in Towson, MD.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 11 geology & earth sciences graduations were recorded at Towson University.
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Studying Online at Towson University
Many students take online classes at Towson University. Of 19,401 students, 1,638 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,422 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Geology & Earth Sciences graduates at Towson University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geology & Earth Sciences graduates at Towson University are 55% women (6) and 45% men (5).
Geology & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Towson University
Of the 11 bachelor’s geology & earth sciences degrees awarded at Towson University, 55% were women (6) and 45% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geology & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Geology & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University, higher 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.
Top-Paying Careers for Geology & Earth Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Geology & Earth Sciences program at Towson University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Geology & Earth Sciences graduates, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.