Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina

Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of South Carolina Aiken
College of Charleston$49,786$45,772$26,5000.53
University of South Carolina-Columbia$38,432$26,5000.69
National Median$39,678$24,7570.62

Other Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Programs in South Carolina

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
College of Charleston
Charleston
$12,978$49,786$26,500
University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia
$12,688$38,432$26,500

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 University of South Carolina Aiken, approximately 37% 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.