Geography at University of Nevada-Reno
If you are interested in studying Geography, take a look at what University of Nevada-Reno. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nevada-Reno sits in Reno, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 10 geography degrees were granted at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Studying Online at University of Nevada-Reno
Online coursework is an option at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Geography graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Geography graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 80% women (8) and 20% men (2).
Geography Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 10 bachelor’s geography degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 10% of Geography bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, below the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Geography Graduates
Students who finish Geography program at University of Nevada-Reno go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Geography 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 |
| Geography Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,034 |
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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