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2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

Geography MA

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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.

Required Core for All Tracks (4 credits)

General Geography Track

Required Math (4 credits)

Select one:

Electives (19-21 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours. 

Select up to 7 graduate level GEO electives as approved by advisor.

 

Earth Systems Science Track

Required Math (4 credits)

Earth Systems Science Electives (19-21 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours. 

Select up to 7 from:

Environmental Modeling & Analysis Track

Required Math (4 credits)

Track Requirement (4 credits)

Environmental Modeling & Analysis Electives (9-10 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours. 

Choose 3-4 from: (with at least 2 in GEO)

GIS Elective A (3-4 credits)

Select 1 from:

GIS Elective B (3-4 credits)

Select 2 courses (1 in Geography) from:

Environment and Society Electives

Select 2 from the following:

Geographic Information Science Track

Required Courses - Option 1

Required Courses - Option 2

Geographical Information Science Electives (16-18 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours. 

Urban & Regional Analysis Track

Required Courses - Option 1

Required Courses - Option 2

Urban & Regional Analysis Electives (16-18 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours. 

Transportation & Business Geographics Track

Required Courses - Option 1

** GEO 505  is a prerequisite course for GEO 509  

Required Courses - Option 2

Transportation Electives (9-12 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours. 

Select 3 from:

Urban Electives (3-4 credits)

Select 1 from:

Culminating Experience for All Tracks: Project or Portfolio (1-3 credits)

Total Credit Hours: 30

3.0 Degree GPA required 

 

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

​1) Knowledge of basic principles and concepts 

2) Critical thinking skills 

3) Skills in research and analytic methods 

4) Written and oral communication skills 

5) Demonstrate integrative skills and geographic perspectives 

6) Develop an original intellectual contribution in a specialized area 

 

SED Statement

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

 

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