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, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Western ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in geology.
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The bachelor's program at Western was ranked #167 on College Factual's Best Schools for geology list. It is also ranked #6 in Colorado.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Colorado University handed out 5 bachelor's degrees in geological & earth sciences. This is a decrease of 64% over the previous year when 14 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of geology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Western is $37,592. This is higher than $36,478, which is the national median for all geology bachelor's degree recipients.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the geology majors at Western Colorado University.
Of the 5 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in geology from Western in 2021, 80% were men and 20% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Western are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 60% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Colorado University with a bachelor's in geology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 8 |
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