by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. We've also included details on how SSU ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in geography.
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The bachelor's program at SSU was ranked #83 on College Factual's Best Schools for geography list. It is also ranked #11 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Sonoma State University handed out 45 bachelor's degrees in geography & cartography. This is an increase of 96% over the previous year when 23 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at SSU, geography students borrow a median amount of $11,000 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all geography bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $23,250.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the geography majors at Sonoma State University.
Of the 45 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Geography & Cartography from SSU in 2020-2021, 33% were men and 67% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 64% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Sonoma State University with a bachelor's in geography.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 11 |
| White | 29 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 148 |
| Political Science & Government | 41 |
| Economics | 36 |
| Anthropology | 28 |
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