Geology (BS)

The University offers a bachelor of science (BS) in geology that provides students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed for successful careers in earth and environmental sciences.  The program is also excellent preparation for graduate studies.

• The Geology Program offers an interdisciplinary approach that focuses on our understanding of the Earth, its oceans, its life, and the influence of humans on the environment.
• Coursework includes a required core of coursework in geology, mathematics, chemistry, and physics. Electives within the program enable each student to tailor the program to meet specific career goals. Students have the option of diversifying their electives to cover a broad spectrum of geologic topics, or they may tailor their electives to focus on such discipline-related topics as environmental geosciences, water resources, geochemistry, geoarchaeology, and physical geology.
• Students benefit from one-on-one guidance from dedicated faculty mentors with diverse expertise. Most hold doctoral degrees—and all engage in research and scholarly publication. Coursework is further enriched with lectures and presentations by graduate student researchers and visiting scholars from around the nation and overseas.
• Classroom activities and research are enhanced by state-of-the-art laboratories, field camps, and fieldwork as part of faculty research projects conducted in a wide variety of environments around the world. Internships are available. Other opportunities include the University's Honors Program and study abroad programs, which range from summer programs to a single semester or a full academic year in over 56 countries.
• A number of activities and organizations are available that enable students to interact with other students and professionals in the industry. Student organizations include Gamma Theta Upsilon, Kappa Nu Chapter, the Anthropology Club, and the Environmental Club. In addition, the department regularly hosts special events.