Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Bachelor's degree · Carleton College · Northfield, MN

CIP 40.06

$40,371Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at Carleton College earn a median of $40,371 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).

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Minneapolis
$44,825$21,000
Winona State University
Winona
$36,984$26,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences graduates from Carleton College make?

The median salary is $40,371 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.