by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Mizzou ranks among other schools offering degrees in meteorology.
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The bachelor's program at Mizzou was ranked #28 on College Factual's Best Schools for meteorology list. It is also ranked #1 in Missouri.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Missouri - Columbia handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in atmospheric sciences & meteorology. This is a decrease of 32% over the previous year when 28 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of meteorology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Mizzou is $33,394. This is less than $36,669, which is the national median of all meteorology majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Mizzou, meteorology students borrow a median amount of $18,625 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all meteorology bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $22,807.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the meteorology majors at University of Missouri - Columbia.
Of the 19 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology from Mizzou in 2020-2021, 58% were men and 42% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 95% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Missouri - Columbia with a bachelor's in meteorology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 37 |
| Physics | 27 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 11 |
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