Overview

In the Geological Sciences course at University of Delaware, you will gain the practical and in-demand skills to collect scientific data, inform policy decisions and study the environmental impacts of things like fracking, oil and natural gas extraction, renewable resources, climate change, and more.

Geological sciences students will learn about the Earth in small classes, in labs, and numerous field trips, with faculty interaction and a well-developed sense of community. You are encouraged to participate in research with faculty in areas such as hydrogeology, geobiology, water science, geochemistry, and paleoclimate.

Career options

Geoscientist

Hydrogeologist

Environmental Consultant

Exploration Geologist

Science Educator

Paleontologist

Disaster Scientist

Programme Structure

Areas of study:

Earth History and Paleontology

Hydrogeology and Environmental Geology

Coastal, River, and Glacial Processes

Earth Materials and Geochemistry

Plate Tectonics

Climate Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Fall deadline: Regular admission priority deadline

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newark, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the UD Online Application for the University of Delaware and the $75 application fee.

Send official transcripts/examination results* for all secondary and post-secondary work to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

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Provide a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

40840 USD / year

≈ 40840 USD / year
Out-of-State

40840 USD / year

≈ 40840 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15280 USD / year

≈ 15280 USD / year

Living costs

Newark

United States

990 - 1700 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Career options

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Newark

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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