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Best Colleges for Doctoral Degree
in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences

325 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

325 Colleges
📍 USA
🎓 Doctoral Degree

Showing 289–312 of 325 colleges

Stanford University
Stanford, California
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.9%
Annual cost
$82,162/yr
Grad earnings
$124,080
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Jan 5 Decision Apr 1 Fee $90
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Stanford University
Stanford, California
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 3.9%
Annual cost
$82,162/yr
Grad earnings
$124,080
SAT avg
1,553
ACT mid
35
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $90
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Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$80,440/yr
Grad earnings
$110,066
SAT avg
1,535
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Mar 31
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Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 4.5%
Annual cost
$80,440/yr
Grad earnings
$110,066
SAT avg
1,535
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15
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Lehigh University
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
🏢 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 29.3%
Annual cost
$77,515/yr
Grad earnings
$105,584
SAT avg
1,432
ACT mid
32
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Mar 31 Fee $70
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Lehigh University
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
🏢 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 29.3%
Annual cost
$77,515/yr
Grad earnings
$105,584
SAT avg
1,432
ACT mid
32
Apply by Jan 1 Decision Feb 15 Fee $70
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Lehigh University
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
🏢 Private Reach
Acceptance rate 29.3%
Annual cost
$77,515/yr
Grad earnings
$105,584
SAT avg
1,432
ACT mid
32
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $70
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Cornell University
Ithaca, New York
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 8.2%
Annual cost
$83,196/yr
Grad earnings
$104,043
SAT avg
1,520
ACT mid
34
Apply by Jan 2 Decision Mar 28 Fee $80
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Cornell University
Ithaca, New York
🏢 Private Highly Selective
Acceptance rate 8.2%
Annual cost
$83,196/yr
Grad earnings
$104,043
SAT avg
1,520
ACT mid
34
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $80
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Doctoral Degree in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences in USA?
325 colleges and universities currently offer Doctoral Degree programs in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences in USA?
The University of Montana leads with median graduate earnings of $44,511 ten years after enrollment for Doctoral Degree graduates.
Which Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including The University of Montana, Florida Institute of Technology, New Mexico State University-Main Campus. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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