Major · Social Sciences
Geography, Other
Any instructional program in geography not listed above.
- Schools offering
- 17
- Annual completions
- 59
- Typical degree level
- Associate's + Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $60k
About this major
Any instructional program in geography not listed above.
Section 3 · Careers
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managers, all other | $137k | +4.5% | Bachelor's degree |
| Geography teachers, postsecondary | $87k | +3.3% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Geographers | $97k | -3.1% | Bachelor's degree |
Section 4 · Earnings
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$60k
Section 6 · Where to study
Top colleges for Geography, Other
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Air Force Academy | USAF Academy, CO | 0 | 26 | 26 |
| Temple University | Philadelphia, PA | 0 | 18 | 18 |
| Louisiana Tech University | Ruston, LA | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Arkansas Tech University | Russellville, AR | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| University of Maine at Farmington | Farmington, ME | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Nunez Community College | Chalmette, LA | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Brigham Young University | Provo, UT | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Santa Rosa Junior College | Santa Rosa, CA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shasta College | Redding, CA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Navajo Technical University | Crownpoint, NM | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Section 7 · Explore sideways
Related majors to explore
Section 9 · Frequently asked
Common questions
What can I do with a Geography, Other degree?
Graduates commonly pursue careers such as Managers, all other, Geography teachers, postsecondary, Geographers.
Is a Geography, Other associate's enough, or do I need a bachelor's?
Both credentials exist. The associate's is typically faster and cheaper; the bachelor's unlocks higher-earning roles. See our earnings table above.
How many colleges offer Geography, Other?
17 colleges offered this major in the most recent IPEDS year, graduating about 59 students a year combined.