Geographic Information Science at Troy University
If you are interested in studying Geographic Information Science, consider the program at Troy University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Troy University sits in Troy, AL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 13 geographic information science graduations were recorded at Troy University.
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Online Class Availability at Troy University
Distance learning is available at Troy University. Among 13,658 students, 6,980 (51%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,579 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Geographic Information Science graduates at Troy University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Geographic Information Science graduates at Troy University are 8% women (1) and 92% men (12).
Geographic Information Science Bachelor’s Program at Troy University
Of the 13 bachelor’s geographic information science degrees awarded at Troy University, 8% were women (1) and 92% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geographic Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Geographic Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University, lower than the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Geographic Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Geographic Information Science program at Troy University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Geographic Information Science graduates, 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.