Overview

Students in the Geology program at the University of South Alabama study the Earth’s physical, chemical, and biological features and evolution over a wide range of spatial and temporal scales. Geology course sizes at South are small, which allows faculty to provide individualized attention. Students are mentored by experienced faculty advisors and receive personalized advice on seeking geology careers or pursuing graduate research opportunities following graduation.

Careers in Geology

The Bachelor of Science in Geology at South prepares students to enter the scientific workforce.

Geologists work in the following fields:

mining and mineral exploration

petroleum exploration

engineering geology

environmental geology

research and academia

hydrology

volcanology

seismology

planetary geology

paleontology

remote sensing and geographic information systems

teaching

landfill design

military planning

urban planning

hazards mitigation

police and legal work

state and federal government

Students in the geology program at South are mentored by experienced faculty advisors and receive personalized advice on seeking geology careers or pursuing graduate research opportunities following graduation. South maintains close contact with alumni who are currently employed as geologists in the mining, petroleum, environmental, water supply and research fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physical Geology

Earth History

Geomorphology

Crystallography and Mineralogy

Igneous & Meta Petrology

Sedimentology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mobile, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

University of South Alabama International Application for Admission with the $35 processing fee
Academic records detailing course work completed in secondary schools with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 as calculated by the Office of International Admissions and Student Programs

English Proficiency Requirement

Applicants who are a citizens of or have completed secondary education in a country exempt from providing proof of English proficiency have the option to submit either and ACT (overall score of 19), SAT (overall score of 990), or English Proficiency Exam from the list above

Deposits - A non-refundable admissions deposit of $500 USD will be required of a student before an I-20 or DS-2019 is issued.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

22440 USD / year

≈ 22440 USD / year
Out-of-State

22440 USD / year

≈ 22440 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11220 USD / year

≈ 11220 USD / year

Living costs

Mobile

United States

801 - 1323 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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Careers in Geology

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

Mobile

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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