Overview
Geography from University of North Dakota encompasses some of today's most interesting careers. From natural resources management and the geosciences to cartography and GIS technologies, job opportunities in geography are varied and plentiful.
Careers
The field of physical geography is at the forefront of environmental action. In the M.S. program, you’ll prepare for a dynamic career in natural resources management, geoscience, or geographic information science.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Physical Geography
- Advanced Human Geography
- Advanced Techniques in Geographic Information Systems
- Directed Study in Geographical Problems
- Geographic Research and Writing
- Seminar in Remote Sensing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
- 30 (thesis option)
- 36 (non-thesis option)
Delivered
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 219 other Masters in Earth Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A four-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university.
- A GPA of at least 3.00 in all undergraduate work.
- A minimum of 9 semester credits of undergraduate coursework in geography, preferably in human geography. An additional 6 credits in fields cognate to geography are also required. Cognate courses must be from at least two academic departments outside Geography.
- Meet all School of Graduate Studies requirements for admission.
- Satisfy the School of Graduate Studies’ English Language Proficiency requirements as published in the graduate catalog.
Tuition Fee
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International
23925 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23925 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
17944 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17944 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
11962 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11962 USD per year during 24 months.
- Minnesota residents: 15,192.72 USD per year
- Other States in US, Canada Manitoba and Saskatchewan: $17,944.32
- Other Canadian Provinces $23,925.60
Living costs for Grand Forks
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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