Geology Degree

The geology degree program at Centenary College of Louisiana will help students gain knowledge in the earth sciences, including the behavior of solids, liquids, and gases that compromise the earth, as well as the forces that act upon it. Students who graduate the geology degree program may follow a career path in paleontology, stratigraphy, geological mapping, and more. Courses include instruction in historical geology, geomorphology, and sedimentology, the chemistry of rocks and soils, mineralogy, petrology, geostatistics, volcanology, glaciology, and geophysical principles. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer geology degrees.

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Centenary College of Louisiana

6220 East Texas, Bossier City, LA

Centenary College of Louisiana is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Shreveport, LA, in a predominantly urban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Centenary College of Louisiana, with only about 900 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study available at Centenary College of Louisiana include but are not limited to:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 21 - 27 on the ACT or 968 - 1200 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. 63% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 34% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $28,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,900. Some students at Centenary College of Louisiana may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Centenary College of Louisiana is the "Gentlemen", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Gymnastics (NCAA Division I-AAA)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.centenary.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Geology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Centenary College of Louisiana offers a bachelor's degree program in geology.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Description

Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.70
  • Average Annual Salary: $70100

Hydrologists

Description

Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, hydrologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).