Geography PhD

The Department of Geography provides an intellectually challenging environment that encourages the investigation of the “where” and “why” of various social, economic and environmental phenomena. Our faculty members are committed to teaching and mentoring in a collaborative environment. We provide personalized tutelage and encourage students to work closely with faculty.

Curriculum

Recommended Courses (9 credits)

GEO 500SEM - Graduate Geography Intro Credits: 3
GEO 501SEM - Research Design Credits: 1
GEO 504SEM - Geography Seminar Credits: 1
GEO 505LLB - Univariate Stat in Geog Credits: 4

Electives (12-51 credits)

Program design for the PhD is flexible and depends on the individual student’s interest. In consultation with their advisor, students develop a program of study that matches their own research interests and satisfies the general requirements of the doctoral program in Geography.

Dissertation (1-51 credits)

GEO 701TUT - Dissertation Guidance Credits: 1 - 6

Total Credit Hours: 72

3.0 Degree GPA required

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time

Credits Required

72 Hours

Time-To-Degree

5 Years

Application Fee

$75

Admissions Tests**

GRE

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.

** At least one of the admissions tests are required for admission. Test and score requirements/exceptions vary by program. Contact the department for details.