by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. Find out how Northern Illinois University ranks among other schools offering degrees in atmospheric sciences.
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Northern Illinois University holds a strong position among schools offering atmospheric sciences. In particular, it placed #22 out of 31 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #2 in Illinois.
During the most recent reporting year, Northern Illinois University conferred 11 bachelor’s degrees in atmospheric sciences.
Atmospheric Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University report a median salary of $60,731 a year. This is below $63,103, the median for all majors at Northern Illinois University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Northern Illinois University, atmospheric sciences graduates take on a median debt of $26,500 in student loans. This is higher than $25,209, the typical median for all majors at Northern Illinois University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,606 | $10,232 |
| Fees | $2,828 | $2,828 |
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Among recent graduates, 73% of atmospheric sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 27% went to women.
The largest share of atmospheric sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Northern Illinois University are White. Roughly 91% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor’s in atmospheric sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the atmospheric sciences majors at Northern Illinois University.
The atmospheric sciences program at Northern Illinois University offers the following related majors:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General | 11 |
Northern Illinois University awarded 11 completions in atmospheric sciences and meteorology, general in the latest year of data — 27% to women and 73% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (91%).