Geography Degree

The geography program at Middlebury College prepares students for a career as an urban planner, community developer, cartographer, GIS specialist, climatologist, transportation manager, environmental manager, or a writer or researcher. The program focuses on the systematic study of the spatial distribution and interrelationships of people, natural resource, plant and animal life. Program courses include: historical and political geography, cultural geography, economic and physical geography, regional science, cartographic methods, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and development studies. Get more details below including other Vermont colleges that offer geography degrees.

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Middlebury College

2582 South Rd, Marlboro, VT

Middlebury College 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 Middlebury, Vermont, which is a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Middlebury College is nearly 2,500 annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Middlebury College offers:

• English Language And Literature
• Social Sciences
• Foreign Languages And Literature
• Psychology
• Natural Resources And Conservation

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. The most common exam scores among applicants accepted to Middlebury College are between 30 - 33 on the ACT, or 1940 - 2230 on the SAT exam. Admission to Middlebury College is considered highly competitive, with only 20 percent of applicants on average being admitted each year. More information on admissions can be found at middlebury.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $47,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The mascot for Middlebury College is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Geography Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Middlebury College offers a bachelor's degree program in geography.

Students by Gender (2019)

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

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Geographers

Description

Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, geographers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.6% from 2014 to 2024

Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in geography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

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