Geology & Earth Sciences at Western Kentucky University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Geology & Earth Sciences, consider the program at Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 11 geology & earth sciences degrees were awarded at Western Kentucky University.
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Studying Online at Western Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Geology & Earth Sciences graduates at Western Kentucky University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Geology & Earth Sciences graduates at Western Kentucky University are 0% women (0) and 100% men (11).
Geology & Earth Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Of the 11 bachelor’s geology & earth sciences graduates at Western Kentucky University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Geology & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Geology & Earth Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, below the national average of 26%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Geology & Earth Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Geology & Earth Sciences program at Western Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. Below 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
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