Geography at University of Massachusetts-Amherst in Amherst, MA

Social Sciences Bachelor's CIP 45.0701

Total Graduates

3

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

33%

1 of 3

Female Graduates

67%

2 of 3

Annual Tuition

$16,591

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Geography

Bachelor's 8 grads Bachelor's 3 grads Master's 18 grads

Program Popularity

#99
of 217 colleges nationally
54.4%
Produces more graduates than 54.4% of colleges offering this program
2,367
Total national graduates (Bachelor's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Geography.
Degree Level Bachelor's
CIP Code 45.0701
Program Family Social Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 3 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 33% male, 67% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Managers, all other

Primary Occupation
$136,550
Median Annual Salary
$68,860 $227,590
10th percentile 90th percentile
630,980 employed nationally +4.5% projected growth

Related Occupations

Surveying and mapping technicians +4.5%
$51,940
Geography teachers, postsecondary +3.3%
$86,730
Geographers -3.1%
$97,200

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$136,550

10-Year Job Growth

+4.5%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 9 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$109,240+4.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
Compliance Managers SOC: 11-9199
$109,240+4.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
Geographers SOC: 19-3092
$77,760-3.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$69,384+3.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
Managers, All Other SOC: 11-9199
$109,240+4.5%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$102,413

Peak Salary

$170,688

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Complex Problem Solving
Monitoring
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Judgment and Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Writing
Mathematics

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
R
Realistic
E
Enterprising

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Building things
  • Working with hands
  • Leadership roles
  • Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Practical
Hands-on
Confident
Persuasive

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands
Leadership roles
Sales

Work Values

Active Listening
Monitoring
Writing
Speaking
Achievement
Independence

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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