Program Overview
Geological Sciences MS
College of Arts and Sciences
Program Description
The Department of Earth Sciences focuses on advancing our understanding of earth and applying that knowledge to problems of societal importance. Our faculty members apply interdisciplinary approaches to three main themes: (1) climate change, (2) geohazards, volcanology and geodynamics, and (3) water and environment. Both thesis and project tracks are offered. Graduate studies aim to prepare students for professional careers in industry or government (both tracks) or to continue to a doctoral program (thesis track). Students receive specialized training in their selected focus area and are exposed to the full breadth of the department's expertise to provide balance and career flexibility.
Program Requirements
- Instruction Method: In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)
- Full/Part Time Options:
- Full Time (thesis or project track)
- Part Time (project track)
- Credits Required: 30 Hours
- Time-to-Degree:
- 2 Years (thesis track)
- 3 Semesters (project track)
- Application Fee: $75
This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).
