Overview

Geographic Information Systems Program Overview

The innovative GIS master’s program at Johns Hopkins University provides a solid foundation in geospatial data science, programming and application development, predictive analytics, big data technologies, and project management.

The rapidly growing geospatial technology field offers opportunities in many sectors, from government and national security to business, environmental studies, and health. With high demand, professionals with advanced degrees will be better positioned for leadership roles and the most highly regarded jobs in the industry.

Enter an In-Demand, Lucrative Field

The need for geospatial professionals is anticipated to grow by at least 15% through 2028, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Within the GIS field, you might also find job titles such as:

GIS analyst
GIS technician
Data analyst
Cartographer
GIS administrator
Geographer

Graduates of JHU’s Geographic Information Systems program work at places such as:

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Office of Youth Violence Prevention at the Baltimore City Health Department
Department of Defense
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
U.S Army Corps of Engineers
International Boundary and Water Commission
Yellowstone National Park
Citizens Property Insurance Corporation

Pursue Your Degree On Your Terms

Our GIS master’s program was designed for working professionals. You can take classes 100% online and choose to attend full- or part-time. You’ll also have the flexibility to take courses that best fit your career goals; we offer multiple tracks and a variety of electives.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Web Mapping

Geographic Information Systems

Geography
Statistics

Spatial Analytics
Programming in GIS

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-20 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-25 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Baltimore, United States

Disciplines

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 53 other Masters in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems requires:

A grade-point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of undergraduate studies. Particular interests and work experience may also be considered.
Quantitative background: a semester of statistics, quantitative methods, or technology-oriented experience.

Students who do not have the necessary quantitative background may be offered provisional admission if their other credentials are strong. Students who are admitted provisionally due to lack of quantitative skills have the option to:

Take appropriate courses at an accredited college or university.
Take 420.301 Quantitative Methods for Environmental Science.

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

45800 USD / year

≈ 45800 USD / year
Out-of-State

45800 USD / year

≈ 45800 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

45800 USD / year

≈ 45800 USD / year

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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Scholarships Information

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