Best colleges for Geography and Cartography in Pennsylvania
Ranked by graduate earnings
Temple University, Pennsylvania State University and University of Pennsylvania award the most Geography and Cartography degrees and certificates in Pennsylvania: 60, 39 and 36 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 16 Pennsylvania colleges offer Geography and Cartography and award 511 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Geography and Cartography program focuses on the study of spatial relationships and the creation of maps and visual representations of geographical data. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding the physical and…
Top 5 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh Public · Certificate | $40,962 | 31 | 85% | — | $25,000 |
| 2 | Temple University Philadelphia Public · Certificate | $30,645 | 60 | 75% | — | — |
| 3 | Pennsylvania State University - World Campus University Park Public · Bachelor's degree Online | $46,477 | 248 | 34% | — | $26,000 |
| 4 | Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg Public · Certificate Small program | $38,439 | 18 | 56% | — | $22,750 |
| 5 | Pennsylvania Western University California Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $32,122 | 2 | 52% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Geography and Cartography degrees in Pennsylvania
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Temple University Philadelphia Public | 60 | $30,645 |
| 2 | Pennsylvania State University University Park Public | 39 | $46,477 |
| 3 | University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia Private not-for-profit | 36 | Not reported |
| 4 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh Public | 31 | $40,962 |
| 5 | Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown Public | 18 | Not reported |
| 6 | Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg Public | 18 | $38,439 |
| 7 | Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana Public | 14 | Not reported |
| 8 | West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester Public | 12 | Not reported |
| 9 | Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 10 | Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock Public | 7 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 6 Pennsylvania colleges offering Geography and Cartography
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University - World Campus (Online) | University Park | Public | 248 |
| Harrisburg Area Community College | Harrisburg | Public | 7 |
| Villanova University | Villanova | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania | East Stroudsburg | Public | 2 |
| University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown | Johnstown | Public | 2 |
| Pennsylvania Western University | California | Public | 2 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Geographers (SOC 19-3092).
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What Geographers earn in Pennsylvania
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Geography and Cartography programs in Pennsylvania.
Which Pennsylvania colleges award the most Geography and Cartography degrees?+
Temple University (60 graduates a year), Pennsylvania State University (39 graduates a year) and University of Pennsylvania (36 graduates a year) award the most Geography and Cartography degrees and certificates in Pennsylvania, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 16 Pennsylvania colleges offer Geography and Cartography.
Which Geography and Cartography program in Pennsylvania has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus tops the list at $40,962. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Geography and Cartography program?+
The Geography and Cartography program focuses on the study of spatial relationships and the creation of maps and visual representations of geographical data. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding the physical and…
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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