Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Master's degree · Mississippi State University · Mississippi State, MS

CIP 40.06

$63,904Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$86,410Median earnings 4 years after

$68,809Median earnings 5 years after

$29,609Median federal debt

87Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at Mississippi State University earn a median of $63,904 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $79,463 four years after graduating (middle half: $59,785–$103,530). Median debt is $29,609, 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 Mississippi State University make?

The median salary is $63,904 one year after graduation and $68,809 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $29,609.

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