Graduate Programs:
MSGIS
The MSGIS is a professional degree that allows students to specialize in Geographic Information Science. The MSGIS gives students the in-depth experience required for advanced careers in GIS.
Masters
The Geography MS is a great avenue to an advanced career in Geography, or to a PhD. The Geography MS is research-focused degree that provides excellent opportunities to collaborate with faculty and with other grad students.
PhD
The PhD is the pinnacle degree in the field of Geography, and provides the advanced training required for careers in research and academia. PhD students develop a research-intensive dissertation in close collaboration with their advisor and committee.
News
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Geography Faculty in the News
A new paper led by Alex Hohl was featured in @TheU
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Geography Students Recognized at UGIC Conference
Congratulations to Geography Grad Students Julia Surkis (MSGIS) and Jessie Eastburn (MS)
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Susana Velasquez-Franco Awarded AASP-TPS Student Research Grant
Geography PhD student Susana Velasquez-Franco was selected to receive an AASP-TPS Student Research Grant for her dissertation project
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Geography Faculty in the News
McKenzie Skiles talk about the future of Utah’s water on RadioWest
Events
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Jun 14
Tuesday
2pm - 3pmFulbright Information Session
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Jun 17
Friday
10am - 11amFulbright Information Session: How to Write a Statement of Grant Purpose
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Jun 20
Monday
10am - 11amFulbright Information Session: How to Write a Personal Statement
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Jun 22
Wednesday
2pm - 3pmFulbright Information Session: How to Write Short Question Responses
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