San Diego ,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Geological Sciences in San Diego United States | San Diego State University
San Diego State University
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San Diego United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,328
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
For those fascinated by Earth and eager to tackle environmental challenges, geological sciences offers an excellent academic path. Students can select either a B.A. program with a broad interdisciplinary approach or a science-focused B.S. degree. With growing needs to address critical global issues like energy shortages, climate change, pollution, and natural hazards such as earthquakes and volcanic activity, geoscience professionals enjoy robust career prospects. The program features foundational coursework with opportunities to specialize in areas like engineering geology, environmental geosciences, geophysics, hydrogeology, or paleontology. Alumni pursue diverse careers in management, scientific research, and geotechnical consulting, while government entities like the U.S. Geological Survey, Bureau of Reclamation, and state conservation departments regularly employ geology graduates.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
If you are graduating from a high school outside of the United States, your application will be reviewed on the following admission criteria Completion of high school/secondary level. A certified copy of graduation certificate or diploma will be required prior to enrollment at SDSU. Review the Requirements by Country for country specific information.
A minimum U.S. equivalent GPA (grade point average) of 3.0 (B grade or 80 percent) or higher.
English Proficiency: If you are attending or have attended a high school where English was not the primary language of instruction, you must meet university-level competence in English through one of the following:
TOEFL Passing score is 80 iBT and 550 paper or higher.
IELTS Passing overall score is 6.5 or higher.
A minimum U.S. equivalent GPA (grade point average) of 3.0 (B grade or 80 percent) or higher.
English Proficiency: If you are attending or have attended a high school where English was not the primary language of instruction, you must meet university-level competence in English through one of the following:
TOEFL Passing score is 80 iBT and 550 paper or higher.
IELTS Passing overall score is 6.5 or higher.
Tuition
USD
21,328