Geography and Cartography

Undergraduate certificate · Appalachian State University · Boone, NC

CIP 45.07

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$50,551Median earnings 4 years after

$55,560Median earnings 5 years after

$17,558Median federal debt

30Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Geography and Cartography at Appalachian State University earn a median of $50,551. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $58,705 four years after graduating (middle half: $43,831–$74,025). Median debt is $17,558, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Other programs at Appalachian State University

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Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree$48,683

Frequently asked questions

How much do Geography and Cartography graduates from Appalachian State University make?

The median salary is $50,551 and $55,560 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,558.

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