Master of Science in Geology

The Master of Science in Geology is designed to provide strong preparation in geological sciences, focused directly on geological study and research. The program is designed so that it can potentially be completed in two years of full-time work. This program is intended for students who wish to pursue graduate level work as a prelude for doctoral studies, or as professional preparation for careers in geological fields.

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;
Completion of an undergraduate major in geology or associated fields (e.g., geography or environmental studies) with at least 24 semester units of upper-division geology course work;
One year each of laboratory courses in: general chemistry and physics;
One full-term course in basic calculus or methods in calculus;
One full-term course in Geographic Information Systems;
A cumulative undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 in all courses used for credit in the major;
Submission of scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) to the Geology Graduate Admissions Committee;

TOEFL (iBT 79/80 or PBT 550) or IELTS (General: 6.0 total band score).

Application Deadline: Spring: December 15: Fall: July 15