Northridge,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Geography in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge
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Northridge United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,304
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts in Geography offers students considerable flexibility in choosing courses to fulfill program requirements. Students can select from graduate-level classes in various geographical disciplines, including geomorphology, climatology, biogeography, economic geography, cultural geography, urban geography, regional geography, cartography, and geographic information science. This program equips graduates for doctoral studies, teaching positions at community colleges, and professional opportunities in business, government, or industry. The Geography Department pursues a diverse institutional mission, aligning with California State University's objectives by delivering top-tier education, performing impactful research, and serving local, regional, and global communities. We aim to deepen comprehension of the spatial processes shaping both human and physical environments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
One of the following:
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5 to 2.99, please contact the graduate coordinator.
A graduate degree in another field from CSUN or other accredited institution.
At least a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 units attempted.
Two letters of recommendation.
Demonstration of research and writing skills. Applicants must submit to the graduate committee a sample research paper, written in English and, preferably, one that was completed as part of the baccalaureate degree requirements, such as a senior thesis or other research paper done in an upper division undergraduate course. Because of the importance of research and writing to the graduate program, the committee needs to be assured of applicants abilities and promise in these areas.
A well-written statement of purpose (approximately 1,000 words, double-spaced, 12-point font).
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better. Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5 to 2.99, please contact the graduate coordinator.
A graduate degree in another field from CSUN or other accredited institution.
At least a 2.75 GPA in the last 60 units attempted.
Two letters of recommendation.
Demonstration of research and writing skills. Applicants must submit to the graduate committee a sample research paper, written in English and, preferably, one that was completed as part of the baccalaureate degree requirements, such as a senior thesis or other research paper done in an upper division undergraduate course. Because of the importance of research and writing to the graduate program, the committee needs to be assured of applicants abilities and promise in these areas.
A well-written statement of purpose (approximately 1,000 words, double-spaced, 12-point font).
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Tuition
USD
14,304