Geography, B.S.

Degree Requirements

This degree requires 120 credits, 42 of which are upper division.   

University Studies Program

This degree requires that The University Studies Program 2015  requirements are met before graduation. Some of the courses required for this major fulfill USP requirements, but not all. Students should check their degree evaluations and consult with their assigned academic advisor to discuss their specific course plan.

• C 1 - Communication 1 Credits: 3
• C 2 - Communication 2 Credits: 3
• C 3 - Communication 3 Credits: 3
• Q - - Quantitative Reasoning Credits: 3
• PN - - Physical and Natural World (1) Credits: 3
• PN - - Physical and Natural World (2) Credits: 3
• H - - Human Culture (1) Credits: 3
• H - - Human Culture (2) Credits: 3
• V - - U.S. & WY Constitution Credits: 3
• FYS or USP Elective - - Any 3-credit hour of FYS or 3-credit hours of USP electives Credits: 3

Core Requirements (9-11 credits)

• GEOG 1000 - World Regional Geography Credits: 3

• OR

• GEOG 1020 - Introduction to Human Geography Credits: 3

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• GEOG 1010 - Introduction to Physical Geography Credits: 3

• OR

• GEOL 1070 - The Earth: Its Physical Environment Credits: 4

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• GIST 1200 - Geospatial Foundations Credits: 3

• OR

• GIST 2310 - Intro to Geographic Information Systems Credits: 4

Content Areas (26 Credits)

Breadth:  Complete a minimum of ONE course from THREE of the four content areas.

Depth:  Complete a minimum of TWO courses from TWO of the four content areas.

Remaining credits to reach 26 in consultation with academic advisor (~13-15 credits).

Additional Requirements/Program Information

• Grades of C or better are required for all courses used to satisfy program requirements.
• At least 15 credits of completed program requirements should be at the upper division level.
• Sophomore year: Students are encouraged to discuss study abroad opportunities with their advisor, mentor, and study abroad office.