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Geographic Information Science BS

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University at Buffalo SUNY

Program Overview

A Geographic Information Science degree provides students with cutting-edge knowledge, skills, and abilities in using geospatial sciences, and this includes geographical information systems (GIS), remote sensing, locational analysis, and geographic visualization. This curriculum focuses on the theoretical foundations geographical information science, the development and use of state-of-the-art software and emerging technology, and the collection, processing, and interpretation of geospatial information. Because the use of geospatial technology and GIS in society is widespread, demand for these skills in public and private sectors remains high and continues to grow, offering students diverse career opportunities.

Program Key Stats

$26270 (Annual cost)



59 %

Eligibility Criteria

2.8
30
75

1265
6.5
79

Additional Information & Requirements

UB International Application/State University of New York (SUNY ) Application/Common Application, Academic materials, Personal essay, Recommendation letters, Test scores: ACT, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, PTE

Career Options

  • Cartographer
  • GIS specialist
  • Meteorologist
  • Natural resource manager
  • Environmental scientist/manager
  • Geomorphologist

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