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The Department of Geology and Geophysics at the University of Wyoming emphasizes graduate studies, offering programs culminating in Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in both Geology and Geophysics.
At UW, you'll discover:
An exceptional faculty. Our professors are committed to excellence in both research and graduate instruction, fostering interdisciplinary partnerships and a highly collaborative environment.
A vibrant academic community. Students engage with 26 faculty members, 40 graduate students, and approximately 140 undergraduate majors, creating abundant opportunities for knowledge exchange and intellectual discussion.
Groundbreaking research prospects. Faculty lead internationally recognized studies across varied disciplines, from surface chemistry to marine seismology, with fieldwork spanning from Greenland to Argentina's Puna Plateau.
Innovative and specialized research teams. Our department features nine distinct research clusters: geochemistry, geohydrology, geophysics and seismology, paleo-science, petrology, isotope geology, sedimentology, petroleum geology, structural geology and tectonics, and surface processes.