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Atmospheric Sciences in Texas

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Atmospheric Sciences Schools in Texas

59 students earned Meteorology degrees in Texas in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Atmospheric Sciences is the 216th most popular major in the state out of a total 321 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Atmospheric Sciences Majors in Texas

Meteorology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 38
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 11
Master’s Degree 10

Gender Distribution

In Texas, a meteorology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of meteorology majors in Texas is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 20.3%
  • White: 59.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.2%
  • Other Races: 5.1%
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Jobs for Atmospheric Sciences Grads in Texas

In this state, there are 4,210 people employed in jobs related to a meteorology degree, compared to 80,590 nationwide.

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Wages for Atmospheric Sciences Jobs in Texas

In this state, meteorology grads earn an average of $104,760. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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There are 5 colleges in Texas that offer meteorology degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
70,418 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 87%. This public school has an average net price of $18,919.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
40,322 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 86%. Graduates earn an average $47,287 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
10,820 Total Students

20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.61 years to complete their degree at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. The full-time teacher rate is 71%.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
7,917 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.68 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 5.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 50%.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
47,090 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 23 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $48,742 after earning their degree at this institution.

Atmospheric Sciences Careers in TX

Some of the careers meteorology majors go into include:

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 19% $92,170
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $117,130
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 13% $94,270

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to meteorology.

Major Annual Graduates in TX
Chemistry 1,257
Physics 736
Geological & Earth Sciences 674
Astronomy & Astrophysics 45
General Physical Sciences 30
Materials Sciences 10

View all majors related to Atmospheric Sciences

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