Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences at Whitman College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitman College | $31,451* | — | — | — |
| Western Washington University | $36,802* | $48,450 | $26,158 | 0.71 |
| Washington State University | $33,178* | $50,027 | $22,905 | 0.69 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $29,724* | $53,588 | $20,500 | 0.69 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | $29,724* | $53,588 | $20,500 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $39,678* | — | $24,757 | 0.62 |
Other Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $36,802 | $26,158 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $33,178 | $22,905 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $29,724 | $20,500 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $12,559 | $29,724 | $20,500 |
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 Whitman College, approximately 15% 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 4 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.