Undergraduate Programs

BS Geology
Prepares students for professional careers and advanced studies in the earth and environmental sciences. Flexibility in course selection allows concentration in particular aspects of the earth sciences, such as geology, oceanography, hydrology or geochemistry. Requirements: satisfy University General Education Requirements, complete calculus (8 cr.), chemistry (8 cr.), physics (12 cr.), earth sciences (41-48 cr.), approved electives (8-12 cr.).

BS Hydrology
Prepares students for professional careers and for advanced studies in hydrology, hydrogeology, and water-resource management. Requirements: satisfy University General Education Requirements, calculus (12 cr.), chemistry (8 cr.), physics (12 cr.), computer science (4 cr.), statistics (4 cr.), selected courses in hydrology, geology, and civil engineering (32 cr.), approved electives (6 cr.).

BA Earth Sciences
Prepares students for careers and advanced study in earth and enviromental sciences, oceanography (new option approved in 1999) and related management positions. Provides a broader liberal-arts foundation and greater flexibility in electives than the BS programs.

BA Earth Sciences Teaching
This program combined with the secondary school teacher education program is designed to prepare students to teach earth sciences in secondary schools.