Overview

California State University, Bakersfield's Geology program focuses heavily on the earth's crust, particularly sedimentary rocks and basins that are host to large accumulations of oil and groundwater. But our students study geology around the globe... from our local San Joaquin Basin and Sierra Nevada mountains to Iceland, Turkey and South Africa!

Learning outcomes

The Department of Geological Sciences provides an educational and professional research-based resource for the campus and community relevant to critical petroleum, mining, agricultural and environmental issues uniquely addressable by the study of the Earth.

Faculty provide an outstanding education for our majors in preparation for the diverse and ample career opportunities available to them and we provide the local community with a substantive expertise to help solve problems critical to the future development of the southern San Joaquin Valley and environs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Earth Materials
Geochemistry
Sedimentology/Stratigraphy
Physical Geology
Hydrogeology
Tectonics
Paleoclimatology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Long Beach, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school graduate (with supporting transcripts)
Affidavit of financial support
Original bank statement or bank letter showing required funds
Clear copy of passport showing full name and date of birth

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19152 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19152 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

8496 USD / year

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Living costs

Long Beach

United States

1400 - 2000 USD / month

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Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

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Duration

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Credits

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Long Beach

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