Meteorology
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the prediction of atmospheric motion and climate change. Includes instruction in general circulation patterns, weather phenomena, atmospheric predictability, parameterization, numerical and statistical analysis, large- and mesoscale phenomena, kinematic structures, precipitation processes, and forecasting techniques.
- Schools offering
- 37
- Annual completions
- 229
- Typical degree level
- Associate's + Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $63k
About this major
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the prediction of atmospheric motion and climate change. Includes instruction in general circulation patterns, weather phenomena, atmospheric predictability, parameterization, numerical and statistical analysis, large- and mesoscale phenomena, kinematic structures, precipitation processes, and forecasting techniques.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural sciences managers | $161k | +3.7% | Bachelor's degree |
| Atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary | $101k | +2.6% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Atmospheric and space scientists | $97k | +0.7% | Bachelor's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$63k
Top colleges for Meteorology
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus | Norman, OK | 0 | 51 | 51 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | Blacksburg, VA | 0 | 35 | 35 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | New Brunswick, NJ | 0 | 19 | 19 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | Charlotte, NC | 0 | 17 | 17 |
| Iowa State University | Ames, IA | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| Saint Cloud State University | Saint Cloud, MN | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| University of South Alabama | Mobile, AL | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Western Illinois University | Macomb, IL | 0 | 10 | 10 |
| Florida Institute of Technology | Melbourne, FL | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| Western Kentucky University | Bowling Green, KY | 0 | 7 | 7 |
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