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#1 #1 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. United States Military Academy West Point, NY Overall, United States Military Academy is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,250–1,360 Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $54,869
#2 #2 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA the University of California-Santa Barbara is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 26% Annual Degrees Awarded 75 SAT Score 1,260–1,480 Est. Net Price * $16,874 Median Starting Salary $53,448
#3 #3 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Binghamton University Vestal, NY In general, Binghamton University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 1,340–1,430 Est. Net Price * $19,535 Median Starting Salary $57,098
#4 #4 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Maryland-College Park College Park, MD the University of Maryland-College Park is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score 1,360–1,460 Est. Net Price * $16,210 Median Starting Salary $57,525
#5 #5 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA the University of Washington-Seattle Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score 1,230–1,460 Est. Net Price * $10,603 Median Starting Salary $53,947
#6 #6 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University-Main Campus is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 1,340–1,380 Est. Net Price * $19,582 Median Starting Salary $57,985
#7 #7 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TX Texas A&M University-College Station is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 1,170–1,280 Est. Net Price * $20,375 Median Starting Salary $57,557
#8 #8 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT the University of Utah is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,130–1,230 Est. Net Price * $12,399 Median Starting Salary $55,277
#9 #9 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of North Alabama Florence, AL Generally, the University of North Alabama is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $9,837 Median Starting Salary $57,848
#10 #10 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL In general, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,330–1,440 Est. Net Price * $14,544 Median Starting Salary $57,443
#11 #11 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK Generally, the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,140–1,240 Est. Net Price * $22,601 Median Starting Salary $57,164
#12 #12 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. SUNY Cortland Cortland, NY In general, SUNY Cortland is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,100–1,250 Est. Net Price * $18,304 Median Starting Salary $64,328
#13 #13 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University at Buffalo Buffalo, NY Generally, the University at Buffalo is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 1,200–1,290 Est. Net Price * $18,524 Median Starting Salary $55,885
#14 #14 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Oregon Eugene, OR the University of Oregon is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 37,200 applications... Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,160–1,270 Est. Net Price * $22,077 Median Starting Salary $57,886
#15 #15 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Texas State University San Marcos, TX Texas State University is a non selective school. They receive about 28,900 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 990–1,090 Est. Net Price * $14,120 Median Starting Salary $58,294
#16 #16 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,270–1,370 Est. Net Price * $13,376 Median Starting Salary $62,422
#17 #17 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA In general, the University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,450–1,520 Est. Net Price * $36,808 Median Starting Salary $53,451
#18 #18 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, PA In general, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 940–1,070 Est. Net Price * $20,205 Median Starting Salary $60,957
#19 #19 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Connecticut Storrs, CT the University of Connecticut is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,240–1,340 Est. Net Price * $23,985 Median Starting Salary $59,142
#20 #20 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Arizona Tucson, AZ the University of Arizona is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,110–1,230 Est. Net Price * $17,075 Median Starting Salary $56,721
#21 #21 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Michigan State University is a non selective school. They receive about 53,300 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,180–1,280 Est. Net Price * $22,803 Median Starting Salary $60,808
#22 #22 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX Overall, The University of Texas at Dallas is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,180–1,310 Est. Net Price * $13,555 Median Starting Salary $53,635
#23 #23 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Brigham Young University Provo, UT Generally, Brigham Young University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,280–1,370 Est. Net Price * $13,521 Median Starting Salary $56,237
#24 #24 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Radford University Radford, VA Radford University is a non selective school. The school receives roughly 11,400 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,060 Est. Net Price * $17,105 Median Starting Salary $61,291
#25 #25 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Northwest Missouri State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,080 Est. Net Price * $14,197 Median Starting Salary $61,327
#26 #26 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Auburn University Auburn, AL Auburn University is a highly selective school. They receive approximately 45,700 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,190–1,290 Est. Net Price * $25,271 Median Starting Salary $59,908
#27 #27 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Stephen F Austin State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 970–1,070 Est. Net Price * $13,858 Median Starting Salary $58,938
#28 #28 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Delaware Newark, DE Overall, the University of Delaware is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,200–1,290 Est. Net Price * $18,044 Median Starting Salary $66,229
#29 #29 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,080–1,180 Est. Net Price * $15,000 Median Starting Salary $63,573
#30 #30 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Generally, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,180–1,250 Est. Net Price * $20,149 Median Starting Salary $58,356
#31 #31 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Rowan University is a somewhat selective school. The institution receives about 16,900 applications every... Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,100–1,200 Est. Net Price * $20,963 Median Starting Salary $61,161
#32 #32 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University Campus Immersion is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Est. Net Price * $14,808 Median Starting Salary $54,397
#33 #33 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Salem State University Salem, MA Generally, Salem State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 990–1,110 Est. Net Price * $19,277 Median Starting Salary $59,677
#34 #34 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA the University of Northern Iowa is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,040–1,120 Est. Net Price * $15,782 Median Starting Salary $62,852
#35 #35 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ Arizona State University Digital Immersion is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 860–1,020 Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $57,874
#36 #36 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Kansas Lawrence, KS the University of Kansas is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,090–1,190 Est. Net Price * $18,950 Median Starting Salary $59,675
#37 #37 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH In general, Ohio University-Main Campus is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,110–1,180 Est. Net Price * $20,207 Median Starting Salary $59,922
#38 #38 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,040–1,140 Est. Net Price * $16,718 Median Starting Salary $57,248
#39 #39 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Edinboro, PA Edinboro University of Pennsylvania is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 990–1,190 Est. Net Price * $15,771 Median Starting Salary $60,661
#40 #40 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Western Illinois University Macomb, IL Overall, Western Illinois University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 910–1,120 Est. Net Price * $11,213 Median Starting Salary $58,984
#41 #41 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Farmingdale State College Farmingdale, NY Farmingdale State College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,010–1,080 Est. Net Price * $8,111 Median Starting Salary $58,139
#42 #42 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN the University of Minnesota Duluth is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,110–1,220 Est. Net Price * $18,031 Median Starting Salary $63,269
#43 #43 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. South Dakota State University Brookings, SD South Dakota State University is a non selective school. They receive roughly 6,400 applications every... Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,010–1,120 Est. Net Price * $18,160 Median Starting Salary $62,663
#44 #44 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Kennesaw State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,030–1,130 Est. Net Price * $18,079 Median Starting Salary $57,212
#45 #45 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Eastern Kentucky University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 930–1,050 Est. Net Price * $10,806 Median Starting Salary $58,203
#46 #46 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI Western Michigan University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,000–1,110 Est. Net Price * $20,030 Median Starting Salary $59,278
#47 #47 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Northern Michigan University Marquette, MI In general, Northern Michigan University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $17,346 Median Starting Salary $60,858
#48 #48 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI In general, Central Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,000–1,110 Est. Net Price * $15,605 Median Starting Salary $60,741
#49 #49 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX Tarleton State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 960–1,060 Est. Net Price * $13,755 Median Starting Salary $58,763
#50 #50 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH the University of Akron Main Campus is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,110 Est. Net Price * $14,667 Median Starting Salary $57,690
#51 #51 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. East Central University Ada, OK Overall, East Central University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 900–1,040 Est. Net Price * $10,221 Median Starting Salary $57,979
#52 #52 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA In general, Central Washington University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,160 Est. Net Price * $15,864 Median Starting Salary $58,937
#53 #53 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Troy University Troy, AL Troy University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 940–1,040 Est. Net Price * $13,187 Median Starting Salary $57,204
#54 #54 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. University of Southern Maine Portland, ME In general, the University of Southern Maine is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,000–1,110 Est. Net Price * $12,343 Median Starting Salary $57,086
#55 #55 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 940–1,060 Est. Net Price * $15,826 Median Starting Salary $58,388
#56 #56 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL Auburn University at Montgomery is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,050 Est. Net Price * $13,163 Median Starting Salary $56,572
#57 #57 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver, CO Metropolitan State University of Denver is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 910–1,030 Est. Net Price * $14,805 Median Starting Salary $57,751
#58 #58 Best College for Geographic Information Science and Cartography in the U.S. American Sentinel College of Nursing and Health Sciences Waterbury, CT Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $59,364
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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 686 Geographic Information Science and Cartography degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, 25% percent are awarded to women and the other 75% percent are men. Did you know that New York has more students being granted a degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography than any other state in the US? In fact, New York granted 92 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science and Cartography is $43,800.

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Careers

Some of the highest paying jobs for Geographic Information Science and Cartography majors include Geographers, Geography Teachers, Postsecondary and Cartographers and Photogrammetrists. 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 Cartographers and Photogrammetrists, Surveying and Mapping Technicians and Geography Teachers, Postsecondary.

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Student Demographics

Total Students

686

Female Students

172 (25%)

Male Students

514 (74%)

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Geographic Information Science and Cartography

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

12%

32

1,250–1,360

$0

$54,869

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

26%

75

1,260–1,480

$16,874

$53,448

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

42%

32

1,340–1,430

$19,535

$57,098

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

45%

52

1,360–1,460

$16,210

$57,525

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

48%

39

1,230–1,460

$10,603

$53,947

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

53%

47

1,340–1,380

$19,582

$57,985

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

63%

41

1,170–1,280

$20,375

$57,557

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

89%

29

1,130–1,230

$12,399

$55,277

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

96%

17

1,040–1,240

$9,837

$57,848

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

45%

19

1,330–1,440

$14,544

$57,443

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

73%

17

1,140–1,240

$22,601

$57,164

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

60%

10

1,100–1,250

$18,304

$64,328

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

68%

16

1,200–1,290

$18,524

$55,885

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