Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Bachelor's degree · Western Washington University · Bellingham, WA

CIP 40.06

$36,802Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,208Median earnings 4 years after
$56,680Median earnings 5 years after
$22,969Median federal debt
41Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at Western Washington University earn a median of $36,802 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 $22,969, about 62% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Washington State University
Pullman
$33,178$20,433
University of Washington-Bothell Campus
Bothell
$29,724$19,000
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle
$29,724$19,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences graduates from Western Washington University make?

The median salary is $36,802 one year after graduation and $56,680 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,969.

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