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Bachelor of Science
The degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in Geology is designed to give students a strong background in the geological sciences prior to beginning a career in one of the geology related professions or continuing on to graduate work.
The Bachelor of Science degree requires 41 semester hours of geology courses. A grade of "C" or better is required in all geology courses counting towards the major. Students interested in the application of geology in environmental studies may take courses emphasizing hydrogeology.
Upon completion of the requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree, students are eligible to take the Geologist Registrants in Training Exam. This exam is the first requirement towards professional registration. To make planning your schedule easier view the list of required courses.
Bachelor of Arts
The degree of Bachelor of Arts with a major in Geology requires 30 hours of geology courses, of which at least 15 hours must be at the 300 level or above.
Geology Minor
A minor in Geology requires 21 hours, of which at least 12 must be at the 300 level or above. A minor in Geology, emphasizing courses in environmental geology and hydrogeology is particularly applicable to students majoring in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or Teacher Education in the Physical Sciences.