BA or BS Geology

The geology program at Humboldt State University provides a broad and rigorous background in geology that emphasizes geological reasoning and field studies. Humboldt State University s location on California s North Coast provides an unparalleled natural laboratory to study tectonics, earthquakes, landsliding, shifting rivers and rapid erosion. The quality of our program has gained HSU a national reputation. Dr. Bert Slemmons, Geology Professor at the University of Nevada, describes Humboldt s undergraduate geology program as the best in the country. Dr. Bernard Hallet, Geology Professor at the University of Washington, calls our Masters program a hot spot.