Join a close-knit program to dig deeper into Earth sciences and advance your career in fields such as energy, climate, conservation research and more.
Study Earth’s dynamics and history, its composition and the chemical, physical and biological changes that it undergoes. Complete research and a thesis with mentorship from our faculty, who span the entire breadth of the geoscience disciplines. Financial support is available, and the program has a strong graduate student association.
Inspire the next generation of scientists thanks to unique coursework and research opportunities in geoscience education.
Join cutting-edge research using plasma-source mass spectrometers at the Center for Elemental Mass Spectrometry.
Learn from our large and diverse faculty, which boasts broad scientific expertise in a variety of specializations.
Courses include advanced study in your chosen specialization using laboratory, computational and field equipment. Conduct original research and complete a thesis or publish a peer-reviewed scientific paper.
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
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Five to 10 years after graduation without additional education $71,725
Advance your career or options with post-graduate education.