Overview

Objectives

Earth Sciences from North Carolina Central University is designed to develop master’s level competence via either the applied concentration, which emphasizes geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing (RS) of the physical environment, and the sampling of environmental and health-related data, or the general concentration, which is designed to enhance the knowledge of earth science teachers and other professionals who wish to pursue professional opportunities or further graduate work.

Research

Located in the heart of the high-tech Research Triangle, NC Central University’s research centers are preparing students to become the next generation of scientists and social scientists.

Our work addresses the economic and social challenges that impact North Carolina and the world today—and those that will affect us tomorrow.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods and Techniques of Earth Science

Hydrospheric Processes

Lithospheric Movements

Atmospheric Dynamics

Raster GIS

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Required

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General requirements

Online graduate admission application

$50 non-refundable application fee

Two letters of recommendation

Official transcripts of all schools attended (if you earned your degree from a non-U.S. school, please see the international applicant requirements)

Statement of purpose/personal statement

GRE (cannot be more than 5 years old)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

46046 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46046 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

32738 USD / year

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Living costs

Durham

United States

990 - 1670 USD / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Living costs

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