Overview

Get high-quality training in a cutting-edge field. You’ll gain a broad-based education that combines geography, information science, statistics, remote sensing and environmental studies. Plus, the wide diversity of faculty expertise empowers you to pursue your unique research interests.

The Geographic Information Sciences program from Central Michigan University features the most comprehensive GIS curriculum in Michigan. You’ll learn to apply geospatial technologies (spatial statistics, cartography, unmanned aerial systems, remote sensing) to areas such as:

Surface hydrology.

Atmospheric processes.

Cultural and natural resource management.

Demography.

Historical change.

Location analysis.

Transportation/land use planning.

Regional economics.

Careers & Outcomes

CMU alumni in this program have garnered professional roles in a variety of settings. Careers range from management positions in county and state governments to project managers at Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) to spatial decision-making at private-sector firms across the country.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cartography

Geographic Information Systems

Python Programming for GIS

Quantitative Methods
Spatial Analysis

Research Design and Communication in GIS

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mount Pleasant, United States

Disciplines

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 138 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Along with the application, you’ll need to submit a $50 application fee

Submit a copy of your passport

Submit proof of English proficiency or your intent to study English upon arrival – unless you are from an exempted country where English is the primary language of instruction.

You also may demonstrate English proficiency by completing the English studies program through CMU's English Language Institute.

Applicants must provide a third-party course-by-course credential evaluation and document verification

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16978 USD / year

≈ 16978 USD / year
Out-of-State

13678 USD / year

≈ 13678 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13678 USD / year

≈ 13678 USD / year

Living costs

Mount Pleasant

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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