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#1 #1 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Green River College Auburn, WA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,797 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#2 #2 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI Generally, Lake Superior State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $14,336 Median Starting Salary $60,541
#3 #3 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Casper College Casper, WY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,451 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#4 #4 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Foothill College Los Altos Hills, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,013 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#5 #5 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Central Oregon Community College Bend, OR Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,819 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#6 #6 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Navajo Technical University Crownpoint, NM Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $2,770 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#7 #7 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,099 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#8 #8 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. American River College Sacramento, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,730 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#9 #9 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Central New Mexico Community College Albuquerque, NM Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,742 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#10 #10 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Roane State Community College Harriman, TN Roane State Community College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $4,573 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#11 #11 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Columbia College Sonora, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,276 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#12 #12 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Houston Community College Houston, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,287 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#13 #13 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Dallas College Dallas, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $2,743 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#14 #14 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Lone Star College System The Woodlands, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,188 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#15 #15 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Palomar College San Marcos, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,476 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#16 #16 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Columbus State Community College Columbus, OH Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,964 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#17 #17 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. San Juan College Farmington, NM Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,378 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#18 #18 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Austin Community College District Austin, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,470 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#19 #19 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Edgecombe Community College Tarboro, NC Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,996 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#20 #20 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Harrisburg Area Community College Harrisburg, PA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,991 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#21 #21 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Front Range Community College Westminster, CO Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,186 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#22 #22 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Diablo Valley College Pleasant Hill, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,398 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#23 #23 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Stark State College North Canton, OH Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,364 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#24 #24 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Saint Paul College Saint Paul, MN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,797 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#25 #25 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Minnesota North College Hibbing, MN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,537 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#26 #26 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. San Diego Mesa College San Diego, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,506 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#27 #27 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Cayuga County Community College Auburn, NY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,282 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#28 #28 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,830 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#29 #29 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Indian Hills Community College Ottumwa, IA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,142 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#30 #30 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Clark State College Springfield, OH Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,192 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#31 #31 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Los Angeles Pierce College Woodland Hills, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $13,422 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#32 #32 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Tarrant County College District Fort Worth, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,256 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#33 #33 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Lakeland Community College Kirtland, OH Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,020 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#34 #34 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Monroe Community College Rochester, NY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,037 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#35 #35 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Santa Rosa Junior College Santa Rosa, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,261 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#36 #36 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Salt Lake Community College Salt Lake City, UT Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,279 Median Starting Salary $59,364
#37 #37 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College New York, NY Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,170 Median Starting Salary $59,364
*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Geographic Information Science and Cartography

A program that focuses on the systematic study of map-making and the application of mathematical, computer, and other techniques to the analysis of large amounts of geographic data and the science of mapping geographic information. Includes instruction in cartographic theory and map projections, computer-assisted cartography, geographic information systems, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geodesy, cartographic editing, and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems.

Of the 130 Geographic Information Science and Cartography degrees granted each year at the Associates degree level, 40% percent are awarded to women and the other 60% percent are men. Did you know that California has more students being granted a degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography than any other state in the US? In fact, California granted 35 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography is $43,800.

Popularity of Geographic Information Science and Cartography Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

Some of the highest paying jobs for Geographic Information Science and Cartography majors include Cartographers and Photogrammetrists, Surveying and Mapping Technicians . But, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for certain jobs. Positions that are in high need that a degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography can prepare you for are Surveying and Mapping Technicians, Cartographers and Photogrammetrists .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Geographic Information Science and Cartography majors.

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These are the careers in highest demand for Geographic Information Science and Cartography majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

130

Female Students

52 (40%)

Male Students

78 (60%)

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Geographic Information Science and Cartography

#1 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#2 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#3 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#4 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#5 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#6 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#7 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#8 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#9 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#10 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#11 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#12 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#13 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.

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#14 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S.