Overview

The Earth Systems Science , M.Sc. degree at George Mason University emphasizes a research-oriented, global systems approach to studying the Earth and its systems- the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, and the lithosphere, including their interrelationships and interactions with the biosphere. Emphasis is on the observation, measurement, and analysis of Earth's systems.

Most student research projects and theses will relate to geologic and geographic topics, however studies of related topics in Earth science are welcome.

Key Features

Students completing the Earth Systems Science program at George Mason University are qualified to pursue careers that require knowledge of the basics of Earth systems science and the requisite tools, specifically pertaining to the area of Earth science that they choose to investigate.

Students are encouraged to undertake a master's thesis but may choose a research project. In the latter case, students must pass a comprehensive exam.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Land-Climate Interactions

Paleoclimatology

The Hydrosphere

Atmospheric Physics

Hydrosphere

Physical Oceanography

Physical and Dynamical Oceanography

Hydrogeology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Applicants should have earned a BS degree in atmospheric, Earth, environmental, geological, geographical, ocean, or physical science. Previous coursework should include two semesters each of calculus, chemistry, and physics, and one semester of statistics. Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.00 in their undergraduate degree.
Official transcripts from each college and graduate institution attended, a current résumé, and a goals statement are required. Applicants also need three letters of recommendation and an official report of scores obtained on the GRE-GEN. The GRE requirement for admission may be waived if the student holds a master's degree from an institution of higher education accredited by a Mason-recognized U.S. institutional accrediting agency or international equivalent. TOEFL scores are required of all international applicants.

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Tuition Fee

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International

44580 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1486 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

44580 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1486 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

17160 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 572 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Fairfax

1330 - 2300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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