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Overview for Geochemistry

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemical properties and behavior of the silicates and other substances forming, and formed by geomorphological processes of the earth and other planets. Includes instruction in chemical thermodynamics, equilibrium in silicate systems, atomic bonding, isotopic fractionation, geochemical modeling, specimen analysis, and studies of specific organic and inorganic substances.

Careers for Geochemistry Majors

A major in Geochemistry is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Geochemistry

Top 2 New York Colleges with the highest percentage of Geochemistry among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
The College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY
 1
(0.1%)
Highly Selective$21,972 
SUNY College at New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
 1
(0.1%)
Highly Selective$11,679 
1
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.