Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

Bachelor's degree · Ball State University · Muncie, IN

CIP 40.04

$36,920Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology at Ball State University earn a median of $36,920 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $60,997 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,531–$78,104).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology graduates from Ball State University make?

The median salary is $36,920 one year after graduation.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.