Earth Sciences B.A.

About this Program

• Customize your curriculum through a flexible program that will allow you to double major and pursue academic interests outside the field of Earth sciences.
• Learn from a faculty of experts with extensive experience across the breadth of Earth and environmental sciences.
• Participate in student research that unlocks access to state-of-the-art laboratories and computing facilities for sophisticated analytical and numerical study of Earth systems.
• Graduate with distinction in Earth sciences by maintaining a strong GPA and completing a research-based senior thesis project under the supervision of a faculty member.
• Prepare for careers that interface with the environmental sector, such as environmental law, consulting, public communication, science journalism, eco-tourism and business.
• Participate in an active, thriving undergraduate geosciences club, UGoGeo, to build camaraderie with fellow students and connect students with faculty.
• Learn from a research-active faculty that brings the latest developments to life in the classroom.
• Take advantage of department-led field trips to unique geological locales.
• Students have the option to join the Environment and Sustainability Living Learning Community.