South Dakota · Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

Best Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences institutions in South Dakota, ranked by earnings

The Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences program focuses on the study of the Earth's structure, composition, and processes. This program is designed for students interested in understanding natural phenomena and the physical sciences…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 40.06
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
13
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
53%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
$72,940
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences in South Dakota

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Rapid City Public
1353%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers (SOC 19-2042).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+3.2%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~2,000
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$99,240
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionScienceSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWriting

What Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers earn in South Dakota

Jobs in South Dakota
70
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$72,940
median $72,280
Best-paying metro

Related careers

Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
$72,940 avg · 70 jobs
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
$74,360 avg · 70 jobs
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary
$77,440 avg · 60 jobs
Hydrologic Technicians
$56,790 avg · 40 jobs
Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences programs in South Dakota.

How much do Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers earn in South Dakota?+

The average annual wage for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers in South Dakota is $72,940 (median $72,280), across about 70 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences program?+

The Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences program focuses on the study of the Earth's structure, composition, and processes. This program is designed for students interested in understanding natural phenomena and the physical sciences…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

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

What is the job outlook for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers?+

The national job outlook is about +3.2% growth with around 2,000 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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