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Geography Major

The University of North Dakota offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Geography, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the science of place and space. The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to study locations, differences between places, and how people interact with the environment.

Program Details

• Program type: Major
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated time to complete: 4 years
• Credit hours: 120

Concentrations

The Geography major offers concentrations in:

• Community and urban development
• Environmental geography
• Geographic education

Coursework

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• Introduction to Geospatial Technologies (GEOG 274)
• World Regional Geography (GEOG 161)
• Environmental Remote Sensing (GEOG 374)
• Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GEOG 474)
• Economic Geography (GEOG 352)
• Urban Geography and Planning (GEOG 457)

Skills and Career Opportunities

A Geography degree from the University of North Dakota provides students with strategic skills, including:

• ArcGIS (GIS Software)
• Cartography
• Geographic Information Systems
• Remote Sensing
• Spatial Analysis Graduates can pursue careers in government, education, business, non-profits, and beyond, with potential job titles such as:
  • Cartographic Technician
  • City Planner
  • Community Development Analyst
  • Director of Economic Development
  • GIS Analyst, Technician, or Developer
  • High School or Middle School Teacher
  • Hydrologic Technician
  • Imagery Scientist
  • International Logistics Analyst
  • Research Scientist
  • Science and Operations Officer
  • Site Assessment Analyst

Rankings and Accreditation

The University of North Dakota's Geography program is well-regarded, with several college ranking sites placing it in the Top 20 best programs in the nation. The program is evaluated based on criteria such as:

• Financial data (net cost, loan default rate, return on investment)
• Academic rigor (curriculum standards, accreditation status, faculty reputation)
• Student satisfaction, retention rate, and support services
• Employment rate and graduate salary

Research and Hands-on Experience

Students in the Geography program have opportunities to engage in lab and field experiences, participate in active research with faculty, and join the geography honor society, Gamma Theta Upsilon. The program also offers academic credit for work and volunteer experience, allowing students to apply their skills in real-world settings.