The cost of attending college or university seems to consistently trend upwards. And while it’s true that you have to be prepared to make a financial commitment to your post-secondary education, there are ways that you can reduce the overall cost. Plan ahead. Compare the costs and benefits of earning an associate degree versus a bachelor’s degree. Explore scholarship opportunities and financial aid. Become informed about available tax credits and deductions. And of course, investigate tuition fees at both public and private institutions. To help you get started, here are the typical costs for a geology degree:

average yearly tuition as per the most recent US census data
$ 10,255 per year
Average in-state tuition in 2017

22% above average compared to other degrees

$ 25,127 per year
Average out-of-state tuition in 2017

25% above average compared to other degrees

$ 44,582 per year
Average private tuition in 2017

38% above average compared to other degrees

What do geology graduates earn?

Geology students make an average of $74,128 per year after graduation. This is 11% above average compared to other undergraduate degrees.

20% of geology graduates are underpaid (those who make less than $40,000 per year.) This rate is low compared to other degrees across the country.

$ 74,128 per year
Average graduate salary in 2017

Top 74% of degrees

20%
% of people underpaid in 2019

1% below average compared to other degrees

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