Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Bachelor's degree · Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College · Baton Rouge, LA

CIP 40.06

$42,218Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$67,493Median earnings 4 years after

$64,709Median earnings 5 years after

$19,500Median federal debt

33Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College earn a median of $42,218 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $60,190 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,343–$77,573). Median debt is $19,500, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College make?

The median salary is $42,218 one year after graduation and $64,709 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

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