Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Bachelor's degree · University of Michigan-Ann Arbor · Ann Arbor, MI

CIP 40.06

$45,974Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,949Median earnings 4 years after
$55,772Median earnings 5 years after
$17,875Median federal debt
54Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor earn a median of $45,974 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 $17,875, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Michigan State University
East Lansing
$39,997$28,869
Grand Valley State University
Allendale
$38,675$27,000
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant
$35,235$31,000
Wayne State University
Detroit
$30,723—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor make?

The median salary is $45,974 one year after graduation and $55,772 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,875.

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