1. Louisiana State University Baton Rouge
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  4. BA Geography

BA Geography

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Louisiana State University Baton Rouge

Program Overview

Students majoring in geography may earn either the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. Students interested in mapping sciences or physical geography normally enter the B.S. program, and those interested in human geography enter the B.A. program. Candidates for the bachelors degree with a major in geography must complete a curriculum of 30 semester hours for the B.A. and 36 semester hours for the B.S., consisting of nine hours of core courses.

Program Key Stats

$32100 (Annual cost)



74 %

Eligibility Criteria

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30
66

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6.5
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Official high school transcript, Typical SAT scores: Math (510-640), Critical reading (510-620), ACT Composite (23-28), Average GPA 3.43

Career Options

  • Cartographer
  • Commercial/residential surveyor
  • Environmental consultant
  • Geographical information systems officer
  • Planning and development surveyor
  • Secondary school teacher
  • Town planner

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