Overview

Understanding the spatial interrelationships between people, cultures, landscapes, societies, and environments is the heart of Valpo geographers. Mapping and visualizing our complex world is an integral part of your field.

The geography BA opens the door to your career in sustainability, urban planning, geospatial science and analysis, and many more. The Valpo faculty engage you in research on diverse subjects from urban analysis and mapping, invasive vegetation mapping, country music, soil analysis, and 3-D modelling of landforms from aerial imagery.

All of Valpo’s geography majors combine dynamic classroom instruction with field and professional experience to introduce students to a wide variety of careers. With a Geography major from Valparaiso University , students can graduate with a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree.

Careers Outcomes

Geographers study the earth and its diverse people and environments seeking to understand how humans perceive and transform places and landscapes around the world.

Geographers explore and analyze the spatial organization of natural and social phenomena by utilizing field observations, modeling skills, and computer mapping tools, such as geographic information systems (GIS).

With one of the oldest and most respected geography departments in the United States, Valpo has produced a steady stream of successful professional geographers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Urban Planning

Geography

Geo-Sustainability

Earth Science

Geospatial Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Valparaiso, 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.

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General requirements

Passport Copy. Provide a scanned copy of both sides that is legible and clearly shows your picture

Proof of English Language Proficiency

Application Profile

Reflective Essay

Your reflective essay should summarize:

Why you are interested in studying in the United States

Why you are applying to Valparaiso University

Your interest in the degree program

How this program impacts your professional development

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

48820 USD / year

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Out-of-State

48820 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

48820 USD / year

≈ 48820 USD / year

Living costs

Valparaiso

United States

1223 - 1978 USD / month

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Careers Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Tuition Fees

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