Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Earth Science in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
58,620
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
While every specialization has its own emphasis, the program provides students with comprehensive knowledge of Earth Science. Upon finishing the degree, graduates grasp the fundamental physical and chemical mechanisms governing our planet and comprehend the techniques—both direct and indirect—employed to study Earth's structure, composition, and dynamic processes. They recognize the intricate relationships between human societies, ecosystems, and Earth's ever-changing systems, while gaining expertise in atmospheric science, climate change, the rock cycle, natural disasters, and hydrologic and biogeochemical processes. Furthermore, they learn to analyze rock formations, sediment layers, and fossil records to interpret Earth's geological past, assess natural risks, and locate valuable planetary resources.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
International applicant should have completed a program of secondary education that would enable you to enter a university in your own country (e.g., A-levels, Abitur).
A strong command of the English language is necessary for successful study at Penn. Applicants whose families do not speak English at home, or applicants who have not attended a high school or secondary school where the primary language of instruction is English, are asked to take the TOEFL, the Test of English as a Foreign Language, administered by the Educational Testing Service. In the event the TOEFL is not readily accessible, Penn will accept results from the IELTS, the International English Language Testing System.
Tuition
USD
58,620