Illinois · Geography and Environmental Studies

Best Geography and Environmental Studies institutions in Illinois, ranked by earnings

The Geography and Environmental Studies program is a multidisciplinary field that explores the intricate relationship between humans and the environment. This program is designed for students interested in understanding complex…

Institutions
2
offering CIP 30.44
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
40
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
71%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Geographers
$91,770
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Geography and Environmental Studies in Illinois

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville Public
2757%
2University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign
Champaign Public
1385%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Geographers (SOC 19-3092).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
-3.1%
Decline
Openings / yr (US)
~100
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$97,200
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

WritingReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSpeakingActive ListeningActive Learning

What Geographers earn in Illinois

Jobs in Illinois
50
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$91,770
median $91,270
Best-paying metro

Related careers

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
$46,970 avg · 1,740 jobs
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
$97,670 avg · 1,330 jobs
Conservation Scientists
$74,990 avg · 730 jobs
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
$99,820 avg · 650 jobs
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
$99,660 avg · 160 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Geography and Environmental Studies programs in Illinois.

How much do Geographers earn in Illinois?+

The average annual wage for Geographers in Illinois is $91,770 (median $91,270), across about 50 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Geography and Environmental Studies program?+

The Geography and Environmental Studies program is a multidisciplinary field that explores the intricate relationship between humans and the environment. This program is designed for students interested in understanding complex…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop writing, reading comprehension, critical thinking, speaking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Geographers?+

The national job outlook is about -3.1% growth with around 100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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