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Overview
GIS allows researchers to work with data in many ways that reveal relationships, patterns, and trends in the form of maps, globes, reports, and charts.
Graduates of this Geographic Information Sciences major at South Dakota State University are prepared to apply their geographic knowledge and technical skills to address problems related to global climate change, regional planning and development, natural resources and much more.
Career Opportunities
- Geographic Information Systems Analyst
- Urban Planner
- Intelligence Analyst
- Remote Sensing Analyst
- Cartographer
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Physical Geography: Weather and Climate and Lab
- Physical Geography: Natural Landscapes and Lab
- World Regional Geography
- Quantitative Research Methods in Geography
- Geography of the Future
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 5.5
PTE Academic 44
TOEFL® IBT 61
Credits
120 alternative credits
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 660 other Bachelors in Geography in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA 2.6
English requirements
IELTS 5.5
PTE Academic 44
TOEFL® IBT 61
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed online application Note: New and transferring international (F-1 visa) undergraduate students should be at least 17 years of age by the time they begin their studies at SDSU.
- Grade Point Average (GPA)
New undergraduate students should have the equivalent of a 2.6 GPA on a 4.0 scale in the US
Transfer students who have completed 30 or more credits at another US college or university should have a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Academic Records
- English Language Proficiency
- All new undergraduate students (not transfer students) are required to provide proof of their English language proficiency. Scores must be submitted within two years of taking the test. Students from certain countries and based on their educational background may not have to submit scores.
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International
11280 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months. -
National
11280 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 376 USD per credit during 48 months. -
In-State
7770 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 259 USD per credit during 48 months.
Living costs for Brookings
1085 - 1888 USD /month
Living costs
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Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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