What You Can Do with a Major in Meteorology

When I first came into college as a Freshman, I had no idea what major I wanted to pursue, or even how to go about searching for a good fit. I signed up for general education classes, and then dove into the world of undergraduate research, trying to find a degree that I would like to pursue. Now, two years later, I am a Senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. I am happy with the major that I chose, however along the way I discovered several other majors that seemed interesting. One very neat major that I found was Meteorology. In this article I hope to convey the purpose of a major in Meteorology, and include the general degree requirements as well as possible careers that you could obtain by seeking this major.

With a college degree in Meteorology, you typically will be prepared to work in an industry based around the study of the atmosphere. Job sectors that you may be involved in could be engineering companies, NASA, and weather services. In Meteorology, you will be prepared to work in the field of weather forecasting, and you will also learn about air pollution control as well as global warming.

Some courses that you may take when pursuing an undergraduate degree in Meteorology would include: Weather Analysis & Forecasting, Global Atmosphere, and Fundamentals of Meteorology.

A major in Meteorology would be good for those interested in the way the atmosphere affects our environment. You would develop skills in forecasting, data collection, and data analysis.

Some possible career opportunities with a major in meteorology include: Meteorologist, Researcher, and Forecaster.

The average starting salary for someone graduating with a degree in Meteorology is around $35,000.

Meteorology is just one among thousands of possible college majors. If you are interested in pursuing this degree, or finding out more, you may want to contact your local university for more information. You could also consider an internship in the field of weathercasting. If this major is right for you, then I'm glad you found this article. If you don't feel like it's a good fit, I recommend keeping your options open. It took me two years to find the right major for me, so don't give up. Keep doing your research, and you are sure to find the right college major for you!

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