Geology, M.S.

Program Overview

The Geology, M.S. program prepares students to meet the growing demand for qualified geoscientists, addressing geological challenges such as erosion, climate change, and sustainable land use. The program offers in-depth study of geological issues, training in both theory and modern field observation strategies, and opportunities to research geological problems worldwide.

Degree Fit

This degree is suitable for students who:

• Enjoy geological research in the field and lab
• Want to solve environmental problems
• Are curious about the natural world
• Want to enhance their career opportunities in geology

Career Outcomes

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as:

• Professor and researcher at a university (Ph.D. required)
• Teacher at the secondary or community college level
• Geologist
• Environmental scientist
• Geotechnical engineer
• Atmospheric scientist
• Museum curator
• Climate change scientist
• Engineering geologist
• Mineralogist
• Seismologist
• Soils engineer

Location

Moscow

Availability

Available On-Campus

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Careers:

• Professor and researcher at a university (Ph.D. required)
• Teacher at the secondary or community college level
• Geologist
• Environmental scientist
• Geotechnical engineer
• Atmospheric scientist
• Museum curator
• Climate change scientist
• Engineering geologist
• Mineralogist
• Seismologist
• Soils engineer

Other:

• The program prepares students to meet the growing demand for qualified geoscientists.
• The program offers excellent opportunities to research geological problems around the world, as well as on other planets.
• Students will gain experiences with sophisticated technologies used to study geological processes.

The University of Idaho (U of I) is a public land-grant research university located in Moscow, Idaho. Established on January 30, 1889, and opening its doors on October 3, 1892, it was the state's sole university for 71 years until 1963

Overview

• Type: Public land-grant research university
• Enrollment (Fall 2023): Approximately 11,849 students, including 9,796 undergraduates and 1,929 graduate students
• Campus Size: 1,585 acres
• Mascot: Joe Vandal
• Athletics: Competes in NCAA Division I FCS – Big Sky Conference

Academics

U of I offers over 200 areas of study for undergraduate and graduate students . The university comprises ten colleges and schools, including:

• College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
• College of Art and Architecture
• College of Business and Economics
• College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
• College of Engineering
• College of Graduate Studies
• College of Law
• College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
• College of Natural Resources
• College of Science.

Campus and Facilities

The Moscow campus features:

• Administration Building: An iconic Collegiate Gothic-style structure with an 80-foot clock tower .
• Bruce M. Pitman Center: A hub for student services, including financial aid, admissions, and student media.
• Kibbie Dome: A multi-purpose indoor stadium for various sports and events.
• Arboretum and Botanical Garden: A 65-acre site with diverse plant species .