Overview

Undergraduate degrees in Geography are offered in the Bachelor of Science (BS) and in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Pennsylvania State University.
Both programs offer an integrated course of study in which students learn fundamental concepts in physical and human geography while developing methodological proficiency in qualitative analysis, spatial analysis, and/or geospatial technologies.

In contrast to the broader liberal arts-oriented B.A., the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) major is a more disciplinary-focused program, emphasizing technical skills and preparation across the human/physical spectrum of geography.
It includes rigorous training in the use of geographic tools and technologies as well as core and advanced courses on the ways people use environmental resources and how they arrange themselves and their economic, social, and political activities on the Earth's surface.

Careers

There are many potential careers for Geography majors. The Geography major teaches students a variety of useful skills for the marketplace.
Employers value the wide-ranging computer, research, and analytical skills that geography students bring to work as employees.

Geography undergraduates find jobs in all levels of government, nonprofit organizations, and industry.
In preparation for the job market both majors and non-majors can enhance their educational experience by enrolling in one or more of our certificate programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geographic Perspectives on Environmental Systems
Perspectives on Human Geography
Geographic Perspectives on Environment, Society and Sustainability
Geographic Information in a Changing World
Thinking Geographically
Cartography - Maps and Map Construction
Geographic Information Systems
Biogeography and Global Ecology
Urban Geography: A Global Perspective

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, 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

Application
Official secondary school records
Official transcripts
Official test scores: SAT or ACT
English language proficiency if your native language is not English

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

43290 USD / year

≈ 43290 USD / year
Out-of-State

41790 USD / year

≈ 41790 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20644 USD / year

≈ 20644 USD / year

Living costs

University Park

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Duration

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Delivered

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English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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