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The Bachelor of Arts in Geology equips students with the expertise to analyze Earth systems and the relationship between human activities and geological processes. This BA program caters to students aiming to apply geological principles in diverse fields including environmental law, science communication, non-profit work, business ventures, K-12 science instruction, natural resource management, sustainability initiatives, environmental assessment, wildlife preservation, public health, policy development, and government service. The B.A. in Geology also enables students to create an interdisciplinary program by pairing geological studies with complementary fields like biology, anthropology, and social sciences, laying the groundwork for advanced interdisciplinary studies.
Students will enhance their geology curriculum with specialized theme courses tailored to their professional aspirations. These thematic electives prepare learners for graduate programs and careers that value geological and STEM knowledge. While theme courses can be paired with additional electives to pursue a minor in other disciplines, completing theme courses alone doesn't constitute a minor. Except for Business minors, students must apply for most minor programs through the respective academic department. The BA program mandates at least 18 credit hours in a chosen disciplinary theme, with flexibility to design custom themes in collaboration with a Geology and Geophysics Faculty Program Coordinator.
You are an international freshman if you:
are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or
are not graduating from a Texas high school after three years in residence in Texas and
are a student without college credit or
earned college credit prior to high school graduation (dual credit/early college high school)
English proficiency can also be demonstrated by:
Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80
Minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5
Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test)
When to Apply: Spring: August 1; Fall: December 1