University Park,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Geosciences in University Park United States | Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University
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University Park United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
41,212
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Geosciences focus on studying Earth's systems and its development over time. Professionals in this field explore and harness natural resources like groundwater, minerals, and energy while addressing environmental challenges such as mine pollution and waste management. They also forecast geological phenomena including earthquakes and volcanic activity, while investigating fundamental questions about Earth's formation and life's beginnings. Our academic programs emphasize gathering data, researching, evaluating, and synthesizing information about intricate natural systems, along with developing precise thinking and effective communication skills. The Bachelor of Science degree offers comprehensive training in physical and natural sciences for those pursuing careers or advanced studies in various geoscience fields. Potential career paths span oil and gas extraction, mineral exploration, government resource administration, water resource management, environmental sectors, and academic research. All students must complete a capstone research project.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The majority of Penn State’s applications come from traditional, first-year students. The following types of students are considered first-year applicants (or freshman applicants, as some refer to them): Current high school student in his or her senior year; Student who has earned a high school diploma or a GED and has no post-secondary coursework; Student who has attempted 17 or fewer credits (semester hours) of college coursework at a regionally accredited college/university before attending Penn State; Current high school student who may have enrolled in another institution(s) before graduating from high school (dual enrollment); Student who may have attended Penn State on a nondegree basis.
English Language Proficiency
The following are ways in which you can satisfy the language proficiency requirement: TOEFL: A minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL or 550 on the old paper exam and a minimum of 20 in each section of the new paper exam (code #2660); IELTS: A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic test.
Tuition
USD
41,212