Storrs,
CT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Geographic Information Science in Storrs United States | University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
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Storrs United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
39,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Geography is a multifaceted field that examines the dynamic relationships between human societies and their surroundings. Our faculty instructs classes and conducts research on numerous contemporary subjects including urban expansion, migration patterns and consequences, economic globalization and international commerce, geographic distribution of illnesses, regional growth, climate change worldwide, environmental decline and recovery, watershed and landscape transformations, and spatial data analysis and visualization through geographic information systems (GIS).
Studying geography equips graduates for careers in both private industry and government agencies, while fostering the comprehensive local and worldwide understanding essential for educated individuals. Bachelor of Arts graduates have pursued professions as urban and regional planners, market analysts, environmental program coordinators, site selection experts, and transportation strategists.
The Bachelor of Science program trains students for technology-focused roles as GIS professionals. Those completing undergraduate geography degrees also gain the foundation to advance to graduate studies for Master's and Doctoral degrees, opening doors to college-level teaching positions or more senior roles in governmental and corporate settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Your submitted high school transcript(s) should include your senior classes, class rank (if applicable), and latest grades earned. Postsecondary official transcript(s) from each institution attended are also required whether or not credit is desired or expected. Transcripts must be submitted to UConn directly from the secondary institution, either electronically or by mail in a sealed envelope.
All academic credentials not written in English must be accompanied by an official, certified English translation.
The personal essay is required and provides the applicant an opportunity to add a unique voice to the application as well as demonstrate writing ability. The personal essay is a component on the Common Application or the Coalition Application and should range between 250 – 650 words.
Two letters of recommendation are optional but can distinguish an applicant’s character and are preferred. Recommendation letters can be sent electronically, by fax, or by postal mail.
International applicants who have achieved 510 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section of the SAT or 24 or higher on the English, Reading, and Composite on the ACT.
TOEFL 550 (paper-based),
TOEFL iBT 79 (internet-based)
IELTS 6.5
Tuition
USD
39,000