Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WI · Bachelor's Degree · about 4 graduates a year
University of Wisconsin-Parkside graduates in geological and earth sciences/geosciences earn 22% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 45% of one year’s pay at that point.
How University of Wisconsin-Parkside Compares for Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
All 138 colleges reporting geological and earth sciences/geosciences earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK | $85,207 | $95,667 | #1 | — |
| 2 | The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX | $83,481 | $84,876 | #2 | $42,062 |
| 3 | Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Monaca, PA | $81,092 | $82,471 | #3 | $53,908 |
| 4 | Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park, PA | $81,092 | $82,471 | #4 | $53,908 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA | $81,092 | $82,471 | #5 | $53,908 |
| 6 | University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | $79,143 | $72,015 | #16 | — |
| 7 | Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, TX | $74,594 | $75,840 | #10 | $44,585 |
| 8 | Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX | $74,591 | $75,837 | #11 | $49,727 |
| 9 | San Diego State University San Diego, CA | $73,647 | $67,014 | #30 | $41,351 |
| 10 | California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA | $73,418 | $66,806 | #33 | — |
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| 129 | University of New Orleans New Orleans, LA | $48,987 | $56,706 | #103 | — |
| 130 | Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO | $48,191 | $51,671 | #124 | $34,481 |
| 131 | South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD | $48,069 | $51,741 | #123 | — |
| 132 | University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha, WI | $47,123 | $49,034 | #131 | $29,117 |
| 133 | Georgia State University Atlanta, GA | $47,111 | $48,769 | #132 | $39,375 |
| 134 | University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA | $46,986 | $49,424 | #128 | — |
| 135 | Kent State University at Stark North Canton, OH | $46,171 | $49,271 | #129 | $40,005 |
Other Majors at University of Wisconsin-Parkside by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $89,495 | $64,354 | #246 of 349 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $70,370 | $53,588 | #136 of 166 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences | $67,130 | — | #25 of 61 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $64,177 | $47,648 | #631 of 796 |
| Business/Commerce | $63,554 | $45,679 | #173 of 271 |
| Marketing | $62,014 | $40,916 | #361 of 516 |
| Biology | $60,928 | $35,990 | #306 of 841 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $56,790 | $50,190 | #161 of 275 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $55,240 | $30,655 | #246 of 610 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $54,156 | $42,342 | #346 of 660 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $53,923 | $37,107 | #336 of 660 |
| Psychology | $46,647 | $29,952 | #719 of 1027 |
| Sociology | $46,005 | $35,710 | #373 of 462 |
| History | $42,349 | — | #415 of 459 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $40,410 | $36,920 | #266 of 299 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $37,110 | $25,306 | #177 of 255 |
| English Language and Literature | $34,689 | — | #566 of 576 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $31,577 | — | #398 of 423 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do University of Wisconsin-Parkside geological and earth sciences/geosciences graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $29,117 one year after graduating and $47,123 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does University of Wisconsin-Parkside rank for geological and earth sciences/geosciences?
Among 138 colleges reporting earnings for geological and earth sciences/geosciences graduates, University of Wisconsin-Parkside ranks #132 by median pay four years after graduation, and #131 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is geological and earth sciences/geosciences at University of Wisconsin-Parkside worth it?
Its graduates earn 22% less than the national median for geological and earth sciences/geosciences ($60,190), and the median federal debt at graduation is $21,120.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.