Academic Information
Your guide to how to become a major, minor, or to learn more about this field. Not sure if you want to study geology? Try taking our introductory courses to get a taste of what a geologist studies. The first intro course offered is Geology 103 (Environmental Geology), followed by Geology 105 (Earth History).
Program of Study Guides
Spring 2022 Registration
Registration for Spring 2022 begins on Monday, November 1, 2021 by assigned entry date for all currently enrolled undergraduate students.
Preparing Your Registration Plan
Don't wait until the last minute to begin preparing your registration plan! All Geology (GEOL) and Environmental Geosciences (GENV) majors have an advising hold each semester. Students should contact their faculty advisor for an advising appointment. Your advising hold will not be lifted until you have communicated with your advisor about your Spring 2022 plan.
Majors & Minors Information
- Fall 2021 Geology & Environmental Geosciences Student Meeting
- Date: Monday, October 11, 2021
- Time: 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: SSMB 138
- View the Fall 2021 Geology & Environmental Geosciences Student Meeting slideshow for information about our department and programs, student and professional organizations, opportunities with our faculty, Spring 2022 courses, and more!
Course Flyer Archives
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We offer Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Geology, a new Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Geosciences, a minor in Geology, and a new minor in Geoinformatics. Students in the Honors Program can also major or minor in Geology and conduct their Bachelor's Essay with our faculty. Check out the links below for more information on the department!
Geology & Environmental Geosciences Careers Statistics
Internships, Scholarships & Research Opportunities
