Geology Degree

The geology degree program at DePauw University 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 Indiana colleges that offer geology degrees.

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DePauw University (DePauw)

2549 Highway Ave, Highland, IN

DePauw University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Greencastle, IN, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. DePauw University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 2,400.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs DePauw offers:

• Communications And Journalism
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to DePauw University. A score in a range of 1640 to 1990 on the SAT, or 24 to 29 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 58% of applicants are accepted to DePauw University, of which 20 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at depauw.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $41,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The DePauw "Tigers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

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

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $105950
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $65750
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 420
  • Average Hourly Rate: $82.72
  • Average Annual Salary: $172060

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

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $90270

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

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.93
  • Average Annual Salary: $66420

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