Geography and Cartography at Carthage College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin
Geography and Cartography bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage College | $37,537* | — | $25,000* | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | $42,997* | $49,762 | $20,250* | 0.47 |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire | $40,048* | $45,938 | $21,212* | 0.53 |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse | $37,537* | $45,633 | $23,850* | 0.64 |
| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater | $37,521* | $56,297 | $23,983* | 0.64 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | $32,052* | $39,104 | $27,000* | 0.84 |
| National Median | $38,726* | — | $22,657* | 0.59 |
Other Geography and Cartography Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison | $11,205 | $42,997 | $20,250 |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire | $9,277 | $40,048 | $21,212 |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse | $9,651 | $37,537 | $23,850 |
| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater | $8,250 | $37,521 | $23,983 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee | $10,020 | $32,052 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Carthage College, approximately 26% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in WI. Actual outcomes may vary.