Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Geology
Area of study
Science
Minor
Geological and Earth Sciences | Geology/Earth Science
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
This Earth Sciences program prepares graduates for diverse careers in academia, government, and industry. Within 10 years of graduation, alumni earn an average salary of $90,000, with top employers including Montana State University and USDA. The program's focus on research and practical skills equips graduates for success in a wide range of fields.
Program Outline
Careers:
- Graduate alumni in Earth Sciences embark on a wide range of careers within 10-years of their graduation.
- Nearly 42% are working in academia, 24% in government, and about 20.4% for for-profit.
- Top industry employers include Montana State University and USDA.
- Across all career paths the estimated salary of alumni within 10 years of graduation ranges from $50,000 to $150,000 with an average of $90,000 (source of data Academic Analytics).
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