1. University of Minnesota Duluth
  2. Program
  3. Bachelors
  4. BS in Geographic Information Science

BS in Geographic Information Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Minnesota Duluth

Program Overview

Because of the growing awareness across disciplines of the strategic value of Geographic Information Science (GIS), particularly through its ability to understand better the complexity of economic, environmental and social systems, the U.S. Department of Labor recently identified GIS as one of nine high growth industries . For example, GIS has been instrumental to emergency managers in the face of natural hazards, who utilize it to determine how communities can best mitigate such disasters. Urban planners utilize GIS to optimize existing systems and services, while forecasting where they will be most needed in the future based on emerging population and growth trends. Remote sensing allows land managers to monitor environmental changes via satellite and drone technologies, and inform adaptation strategies for industry and communities alike. Spatial analysis provides epidemiologists with the tools necessary to track and forecast the spread of diseases, helping health care officials limit their impact.

Program Key Stats




Eligibility Criteria

2.6
36
85

1270
6.5

Additional Information & Requirements

Transcripts from the previously attended schools, Original or certified copies of ALL secondary (high school), SAT and ACT test scores, English language profeciency (TOEFL: Minimum iBT score of 80, IELTS: Minimum Academic Test score of 6.5)

Career Options

  • Engineering geologist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Geochemist
  • Geophysicist

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