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#1

#1 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

Whitman College
Walla Walla, WA

Each year, Whitman College awards about 34 degrees to students majoring in Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

38%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,330–1,480

Median Starting Salary

$58,773
#2

#2 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA

The popular choices for majors at Caltech are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, General, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computational Mathematics. The school has six divisions, all with emphasis on science and engineering, which include 24 majors and 6 minors....view more

Acceptance Rate

3%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,540–1,590

Median Starting Salary

$45,431
#3

#3 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

Brown University
Providence, RI

In 1969, Brown University removed general education requirements, allowing students to craft their own journey with the help of an advising network. Popular concentrations include Computer Science, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, Applied Mathematics, General, International Relations and Affairs, Biology/Biological......view more

Acceptance Rate

5%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,510–1,570

Median Starting Salary

$53,891
#4

#4 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

State University of New York at Oswego
Oswego, NY

Annually, State University of New York at Oswego awards about 204 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Median Starting Salary

$54,348
#5

#5 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO

At Washington University in St Louis, the most popular majors students study are Computer Science, Experimental Psychology, Finance, and General. In fact, Washington University in St Louis grants 210 degrees annually to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

12%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,480–1,560

Median Starting Salary

$54,710
#6

#6 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

At Grand Valley State University, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Grand Valley State University awards 278 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

960–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$56,064
#7

#7 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

SUNY College at Geneseo
Geneseo, NY

Annually, SUNY College at Geneseo awards about 105 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,200–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$57,538
#8

#8 Best College for Geochemistry in the U.S.

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Every year, Western Michigan University grants about 243 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Accounting, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Median Starting Salary

$54,296
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About Geochemistry

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemical properties and behavior of the silicates and other substances forming, and formed by geomorphological processes of the earth and other planets. Includes instruction in chemical thermodynamics, equilibrium in silicate systems, atomic bonding, isotopic fractionation, geochemical modeling, specimen analysis, and studies of specific organic and inorganic substances.

New York awards the most Bachelors degrees in Geochemistry of all US states with 3 degrees being awarded last year. Students interested in Geochemistry can expect approximately 33% percent of their fellow classmates to be men and 67% percent to be women. The majority students graduating in this field earn a Bachelors degree. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Geochemistry is $44,800.

Popularity of Geochemistry Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some top jobs related to Geochemistry, include Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers and Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary, both of which have lots of job openings. Though there are positions that pay more, such as Natural Sciences Managers. the most in-demand position for Geochemistry majors is Natural Sciences Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Geochemistry majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Geochemistry majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
12
Female Students
8 (66%)
Male Students
4 (33%)

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