Tucson,
AZ,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Geographic Information Systems Technology in Tucson United States | University of Arizona
University of Arizona
|
Tucson United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,992
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Geographic Information Systems Technology (GIST) master's program and certification equip students with skills for the rapidly expanding geospatial field.
This program combines GIScience, advanced GISystems, and spatial technologies with leadership training applicable to government, business, nonprofit, and academic environments. The rigorous coursework caters to both working professionals aiming to advance their careers and new graduates entering the job market.
Housed in the School of Geography, Development & Environment, all GIST students are represented by the School's
graduate association (Southern Arizona Geographers Association). SAGA primarily serves as a platform for graduate students to address professional
growth, academic matters, and teaching concerns. The organization also fosters community through social events for graduate students.
Given the wide range of research specialties and backgrounds, SAGA ensures every graduate student can express opinions and build meaningful
connections that extend beyond their time at Arizona into their professional lives. SAGA organizes intramural sports teams, fall semester camping trips, and School merchandise design. Past initiatives include hosting the inaugural Western Geography Graduate Conference in 1997 and a Guest Speaker Series. A SAGA delegate also participates in School faculty meetings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
GRE Required: No
Minimum GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 Scale
Official Transcripts: Yes, from all previous institutions
Statement of Purpose: Yes. Your statement of purpose should describe your interest in the geospatial industry, your previous experience in GIS (if any) and what skills you would like to develop in the program. The statement of purpose should be 300 words or less.
Letter of Recommendation: Yes. Your recommender must provide one letter of recommendation that is signed and dated. It should indicate the connection between you and the person writing the recommendation.
Resume: Yes
Standardized Tests
Minimum GPA = 3.00
Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score = 79
Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score = 550
Minimum IELTS (overall band score) = 7 (with no subject area below a 6)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.
Minimum GPA: 3.0 on 4.0 Scale
Official Transcripts: Yes, from all previous institutions
Statement of Purpose: Yes. Your statement of purpose should describe your interest in the geospatial industry, your previous experience in GIS (if any) and what skills you would like to develop in the program. The statement of purpose should be 300 words or less.
Letter of Recommendation: Yes. Your recommender must provide one letter of recommendation that is signed and dated. It should indicate the connection between you and the person writing the recommendation.
Resume: Yes
Standardized Tests
Minimum GPA = 3.00
Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score = 79
Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score = 550
Minimum IELTS (overall band score) = 7 (with no subject area below a 6)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT (or 60 on the revised PBT with no section score lower than 15). Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.
Tuition
USD
33,992