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Overview for Cartography

A program that focuses on the systematic study of map-making and the application of mathematical, computer, and other techniques to the science of mapping geographic information. Includes instruction in cartographic theory and map projections, computer-assisted cartography, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, cartographic editing, and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems.

Careers for Cartography Majors

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

Colleges Offering a Major in Cartography

Top 3 Texas Colleges with the highest percentage of Cartography among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX
 11
(0.8%)
Open Admissions$11,980 
Texas State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, TX
 20
(0.4%)
Less Selective$12,520 
Texas A & M University
College Station, TX
 10
(0.1%)
Less Selective$22,184 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.