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Overview
The standard Geology degree from University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign requires completion of a thesis and is designed for students who will pursue geological careers in research or industry, or who plan to continue graduate study toward a PhD.
Courses include:
- Most oil companies, for example, prefer to hire students who have completed a thesis, because of the valuable experience that students gain by doing thesis research.
- This option is designed to be completed in about two years, though students who enter the program with a sparse background in geology may need additional time.
Programme Structure
- Students in the Master of Science program can follow the "standard" (or thesis) option or the "applied geology" (or non-thesis) option.
- The non-thesis option is intended as a terminal degree for students preparing for professional work in environmental and engineering geology or in applied geophysics and who have already been admitted to the program.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 103
Credits
32 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Geography Geology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 292 other Masters in Geography in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 7.5
TOEFL® IBT 103
Other requirements
General requirements
- Application forms for admission and financial aid may be filled out directly via the Grad College website. Completed applications, including transcripts, should be submitted by midnight EST on January 15th for admission in August.
- A minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and a firm background in physics, chemistry and mathematics is required for admission. The GRE exam is not required to apply.
- The Department of Geology and the Illinois Graduate College are committed to encouraging diversity among graduate students in Geology.
Tuition Fee
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International
28464 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28464 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
28464 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28464 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
13176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13176 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Urbana
1100 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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