### SUMMARY

 Studying Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology is a valuable choice and usually a critical first step for pupils seeking to begin a career as a meteorologist, an atmospheric researcher, or a climate scientist. Interestingly, nationally, atmospheric sciences and meteorology is a very rare major being the 251st most popular area of study. In the last year, there were 652 atmospheric sciences and meteorology degrees conferred. In-state tuition for atmospheric sciences and meteorology at private institutions is, on average, 4.2 times more costly than their public counterparts.

 With only 79 universities offering this degree you might have a smaller selection of institutions that will have an option for you. If you're hoping to surround yourself with other atmospheric sciences and meteorology students, look at universities in New York which have the most students admitted to atmospheric sciences and meteorology annually. More generally, the best region to study atmospheric sciences and meteorology is in the Southeast region with [University of South Alabama](/colleges/university-of-south-alabama), [Florida State University](/colleges/florida-state-university), and [Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University](/colleges/virginia-polytechnic-institute-and-state-university) best representing the region. Interestingly, our selection for the top conference to major in atmospheric sciences and meteorology is the Big Ten Conference with [University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign](/colleges/university-of-illinois-at-urbana-champaign), [Ohio State University-Main Campus](/colleges/ohio-state-university-main-campus), and [Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus](/colleges/pennsylvania-state-university-main-campus) representing the conference. From our comprehensive list on the [best colleges](/rankings/best-colleges), our selection for the best university for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university).

 The objectively best school might not actually be the 'best' school for every student. There might be a bunch more perspectives to consider when choosing ​university. Features like campus amenities, transportation services, and food would definitely affect one's inclinations of which college to attend. Here at Authority, we weighed the pros and cons for you. If, for example, you want to know which atmospheric sciences and meteorology college boasts the best campus, the answer is [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles). If, for example, you are mostly interested in which school is home to the finest campus, we have a whole list [dedicated to that](/rankings/best-college-campuses). We have carefully pored through government databases, professor reviews, student reviews, and more in order to compare each major in an unbiased and informative way. Here you can find our comprehensive list for the universities with the [best student life](/rankings/best-student-life)&nbspand, from that list, our selection for the university with the best student life for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university). Curious why? Keep scrolling to learn more about Authority's top recommendations. Some of our decisions will probably surprise you.

 If expense is a primary factor in your decisions, you might consider avoiding [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university). [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university)&nbspis the most expensive school for atmospheric sciences and meteorology, at least regarding out of state attendance. That being said, we have a list of the [most expensive](/rankings/most-expensive-colleges)&nbspcolleges that might put the price tag of [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university)&nbspinto perspective. You may also be interested to know that atmospheric sciences and meteorology is the 292nd most expensive major in the US, with an average bill of $24,700. On a broader scale, the most costly state for atmospheric sciences and meteorology in the country is Indiana with tuition and fees at the primary university, Valparaiso University, of $40,520. To zoom out even further, the most costly region for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is the Far West region which is best demonstrated with [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles) with a cost of $41,196, [San Jose State University](/colleges/san-jose-state-university) with a cost of $17,622, and [University of Washington-Seattle Campus](/colleges/university-of-washington-seattle-campus) with a cost of $37,071.

 Our cheapest region for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is the New England region which is represented by [Western Connecticut State University](/colleges/western-connecticut-state-university) with a cost of $17,726, [Plymouth State University](/colleges/plymouth-state-university) with a cost of $20,760, and [Northern Vermont University](/colleges/northern-vermont-university) with a cost of $24,960. On the bright side, the most affordable school for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is [Northern Illinois University](/colleges/northern-illinois-university). Our entire list of the most affordable colleges can be explored [here](/rankings/most-affordable-colleges).

 In-state students can expect to pay in the neighborhood of $10,800 for a degree in atmospheric sciences and meteorology. That price swells intensely to an average of $26,700 for an out-of-state public-school undergraduate. Our selection for the university with the best value for atmospheric sciences and meteorology: [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university). Here you can find our comprehensive list about the universities we see as being the [best value](/rankings/best-value-colleges)&nbspoverall. With that said, this list is based on out-of-state tuition costs. The value proposition changes when in-state tuition costs are considered, but we do not know in which states any one student has residency.

 Earnings for atmospheric sciences and meteorology majors can vary, but two years after leaving college students will regularly earn around $57,100. While there is much variation in earnings potential; highest paid earners can make up to $105,500. Even straight out of school, the minimum earning opportunities within the atmospheric sciences and meteorology space make $31,000, which is an alright wage. The highest earning grads for atmospheric sciences and meteorology graduated from [SUNY Maritime College](/colleges/suny-maritime-college)&nbspand if you want to find the schools with all of the [highest earning graduates](/rankings/highest-earning-graduates), Authority has that too.

 The prevailing diversity of atmospheric sciences and meteorology sits subpar, ranking in only the 25th percentile of majors nationally. The university with the most composite diversity for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university)&nbspand here you can find our comprehensive list for the colleges which have the [most diversity](/rankings/most-diverse-colleges). The overall financial diversity of the Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology major only ranks within the 63rd percentile compared to all other majors. Racial diversity is even lower in the 22nd percentile. White undergraduates compose the largest proportion at 74% of students majoring in atmospheric sciences and meteorology. Additionally, 58% of students pursuing an atmospheric sciences and meteorology major are men.

 The median score for atmospheric sciences and meteorology professors is 4 stars, a score which is exactly the median for all majors; this is a fine. If you are curious about the most popular atmospheric sciences and meteorology instructor in the nation, look no further than Keith Arnesen from [Rutgers University-New Brunswick](/colleges/rutgers-university-new-brunswick). It may come as a surprise, but the top ranked atmospheric sciences and meteorology professors according to students are found at [San Jose State University](/colleges/san-jose-state-university). As we incorporate data beyond just rankings it becomes clear that the school possessing comprehensively the best instructors for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university). One can find an explanation of our ever evolving ranking methodology for the [best overall professors here](/rankings/best-professors), along with some of the top instructors in the U.S.

 Finally, the most difficult college to get into for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university). While we are unsure why you would be interested, we have a detailed list for the [hardest colleges to get into](/rankings/hardest-colleges-to-get-into). But, we hope you believe that approaching the higher education world with a perspective only informed by superlatives could cause problems. We hope you read our other pages on different schools and peruse some of Authority's background articles on important details to think about as your university search develops.



 ### POPULARITY

 Atmospheric sciences and meteorology is the 251st most popular degree in America, with 652 students receiving their bachelors degree last year. It just beat out #252 [Chinese Language and Literature](/rankings/best-colleges-for-chinese-language-and-literature), and narrowly lost to #250 [Genetics](/rankings/best-colleges-for-genetics).

 The degree is offered at a total of 79 colleges across the nation, and is the 206th most widely offered degree. It is only offered at 8% of the Top 100 [Best Colleges](/rankings/best-colleges) in America.

 It is also worth noting that 86% of colleges offering atmospheric sciences and meteorology are public making it a very accessible field.

 The southeast produces the most atmospheric sciences and meteorology graduates, largely led by [University of South Alabama](/colleges/university-of-south-alabama), while it’s the Big Ten Conference that leads conference totals. As far as states, New York ranks highest, with particular help from [SUNY College at Oswego](/colleges/suny-college-at-oswego) and [Stony Brook University](/colleges/stony-brook-university).

 All that being said, no individual school produces more atmospheric sciences and meteorology graduates than [University of Alabama in Huntsville](/colleges/university-of-alabama-in-huntsville), which graduated 36 students last year alone. Although size is critical, another important factor to consider is the program’s density (the percent of all students that study atmospheric sciences and meteorology). More students studied atmospheric sciences and meteorology as a percentage of total students at [Northern Vermont University](/colleges/northern-vermont-university) than any other college.



 ### COST

 Atmospheric sciences and meteorology is the 292nd most expensive degree in the nation, with a median cost of $24,700 among the top 50 programs (just ahead of #293, [Jewish Studies](rankings/best-colleges-for-jewish-studies), with a median cost of $24,660).

 The Far West has the most expensive schools with first-class atmospheric sciences and meteorology programs led by [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles) with an annual cost of $41,196. The most expensive state for atmospheric sciences and meteorology is Indiana led by [Valparaiso University](/colleges/valparaiso-university).

 Public schools with good programs generally charge 76.22% less than private schools for in-state students. When looking at out-of-state tuition however, the median top 50 Public school charges 41.09% less than the median private school. So make sure to look into public shools in your state as soon as possible.

 The most pricey option in the top 25 is [Cornell University](/colleges/cornell-university), which is the 23rd most expensive college in the United States. The most affordable option in the top 100 is [Northern Illinois University](/colleges/northern-illinois-university). It costs just $9,466 per year, and it's its atmospheric sciences and meteorology program is ranked #24. Another more affordable choice would be #8, [Florida State University](/colleges/florida-state-university) in Leon County, FL with a cost of $4,022 for in-state students and $16,540 for out-of-state students.



### SALARY

 Paying for college is a massive investment for most undergraduates. It's important to be sure you boost your future earning power. We wish for the following job placement and income info to guide you in making an informed decision when electing your major.

 The average Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology student earns a starting income of $34,950 per annum (bottom 40%). Further into their jobs, they by and large draw somewhere between $30,984 and $105,516, but average around $57,136. Just so you know, that is 48% north of the U.S. average.

 The most common job for an Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology graduate is Analyst, which commonly make more or less $54,000; next are Web Developer and Data Analyst, which by and large earn approximately $55,000 and $51,000 respectively.

 The Southwest has the highest earning Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology graduates. IL has the most well paid Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology alumni of any state. The best paid conference for Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology graduates is Big Twelve Conference.



### PROFESSORS

 Fast Facts for Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology: Median Professor Rating: 4 / 5, which is below average.

 Instructors again and again play an enormous role in shaping your college experience, regardless of your primary focus. A thoughtful instructor might help a student find their passion and set a student up for future success. Conversely, a poor professor can disenchant you from an entire field or even worse... flunk you!

 Professors of Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology have a median student rating of 4 out of 5, putting these professors in the upper 56th percentile in America grounded in overall professor effectivness. Suprisingly, this major is exactly the median for professor rating, which, in our opinion, is remarkably average! Professors of Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology slightly out-ranked those from ["Human Resources"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-human-resources), whereas ["Natural Sciences"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-natural-sciences)&nbspprofessors ranked one slot above Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology.

 Now for some statistics about Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professors. Colleges located in small suburbs tend to have the best Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professors. The University Athletic Association has the highest rated Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professors. The Great Lakes region has the highest rated Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professors. Private institutions tend to have higher rated Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professors than public colleges. Finally, Maryland has the highest rated Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professors in the US.

 Keith Arnesen, professor at [Rutgers University-New Brunswick](/colleges/rutgers-university-new-brunswick)&nbspin New Brunswick, NJ is the most popular Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professor in the United States. Dale Moseke, instructor at [Arizona State University-Tempe](/colleges/arizona-state-university-tempe)&nbspin Tempe, AZ is the highest rated Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology professor in America, with a rating of 5 / 5.

 Find out which schools have the [Best Professors](/rankings/best-professors)!



### STUDENTS

 College can be an exceedingly significant period of one's life; it's a time for individual progress and expansion. Undergrads try to figure out what they can be and cultivate the essential skills to be a flourishing member of society. But learning is not solely found in the classroom - the discussions one has with his peers, the life lesson gained from an eccentric instructor, the exposure to a different approach. As such, a diverse student experience tremendously improves what you gain from your time at university.

 Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology is a less ethnically diverse focus than average\*. 74% of America's Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology majors are white students, followed by students of other races\*\*(13%), latino students (8%), and black students (4%). The most ethnically diverse college\* in the top 100 is [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles) located in Los Angeles, CA.

 In addition, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology slightly skews male, with 42% of majors identifying as men. [SUNY Oneonta](/colleges/suny-oneonta) in Oneonta, NY has the most gender balanced student body in the top 100.

 Another substantial type of diversity is wealth diversity. Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology ranks in the top 37% of majors for socioeconomic diversity. 28% of its majors come from families who earn over $110,000 a year, 16% are from mid-income homes, and 25% grew up in families with a sub $30,000 annual income. [University of North Carolina at Charlotte](/colleges/university-of-north-carolina-at-charlotte) is the most socioeconomically diverse institution in the top 100.

 Considering each type of diversity, overall CA is the most diverse state for Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology. The Far West is the most diverse region, and the Ivy League is the most diverse conference.

   \* diversity calculations and comparisons are based on [Simpson's Diversity Index](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_index)   
  \*\* other races is used to refer to non asian, black, latino, or white

  #### Diversity Statistics

  ##### Racial Diversity

 * Asian: 2%
* Black: 4%
* Latino: 8%
* White: 74%
* Other: 13%
  ##### Gender Diversity

 * Male: 58%
* Female: 42%
  ##### Socioeconomic Diversity (By Household Income)

 * Under 30k: 25%
* 30k - 48k: 15%
* 48k - 75k: 16%
* 75k - 110k: 16%
* Over 110k: 28%
  ##### Geographic Diversity

 * In State: 75%
* Out of State: 21%
* International: 5%


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