Atmospheric Sciences at University of Missouri-Columbia
If you are interested in studying Atmospheric Sciences, take a look at what University of Missouri-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 47 atmospheric sciences graduations were recorded at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Missouri-Columbia
Many students take online classes at University of Missouri-Columbia. Among 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Atmospheric Sciences Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
Use these rankings to compare University of Missouri-Columbia’s Atmospheric Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #19 of 35 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 35 |
Earnings for Atmospheric Sciences Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Graduates of University of Missouri-Columbia’s Atmospheric Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,394 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $44,660 |
| 4 years | $49,466 |
| 5 years | $56,605 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Atmospheric Sciences graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia earn a median of $49,466, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Atmospheric Sciences graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia comes in at $18,625.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Atmospheric Sciences graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Atmospheric Sciences graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 51% women (24) and 49% men (23).
Atmospheric Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 47 bachelor’s atmospheric sciences graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 51% were women (24) and 49% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Atmospheric Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 2% of Atmospheric Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, below the national average of 20%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Atmospheric Sciences Concentrations at University of Missouri-Columbia
This Atmospheric Sciences program at University of Missouri-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 47 |
Top-Paying Careers for Atmospheric Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Atmospheric Sciences program at University of Missouri-Columbia pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Atmospheric Sciences 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 |
| Remote Sensing Technicians | $99,834 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $95,957 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientists | $77,973 |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $72,801 |
| Quality Control Analysts | $53,423 |
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.
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