Dec 31, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Geology, B.S.


College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics  > Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences  > Geology, B.S.

Completion of the BS in Geology requires several extended off-campus field trips which involve moderate to strenuous outdoor activity (e.g. all-day field exercises and hiking), including a 5-week capstone field course in Montana.  Students who have academic accommodations and are concerned they may struggle to fulfill this requirement are encouraged to speak with the Geology undergraduate advisor to discuss accommodations and/or alternatives.

Students who choose to major in geology must complete the following requirements in addition to the special requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree:

Requirements


 

Mathematics (12 credit hours):


Geology Electives (12 credit hours):


Twelve credit hours from the following list of approved GEOL electives. At least 9 credit hours must be from 3000- or 4000-level courses.

Note(s):