Dec 05, 2024  
2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog 
    
2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog

Geography, B.S.


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A Geography B.S. offers students interdisciplinary training to understand phenomena across a range of scales to critically solve grand challenges that intersect science, nature, culture, economy, politics, and technology.

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.

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).

Geographic Information Science (GIS) Content


Accepting any 3-4 credit GIST course in this category.  

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.

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