Geology Degree

The geology degree program at Millersville University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer geology degrees.

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Millersville University of Pennsylvania

4322 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA

MU provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Millersville, Pennsylvania and publically funded. Approximately 8,700 students enroll at Millersville University of Pennsylvania yearly.

Areas of study offered at Millersville University of Pennsylvania include but are not limited to:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among students admitted to Millersville University of Pennsylvania are within the range of 19 - 24 on the ACT, or 1400 - 1710 for the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of around 58 percent of which only 32 percent decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at millersville.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $9,200, while out-of-state residents pay $20,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,600 each year. Some students at MU may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Millersville University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.millersville.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Geology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Millersville University of Pennsylvania offers a bachelor's degree program in geology.

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

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $81.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $169520
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 290
  • Average Hourly Rate: $67.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $140610
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Hourly Rate: $93.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $194390

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $69530
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.99
  • Average Annual Salary: $91500

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $91580

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