Apr 29, 2024  
2023-2024 Graduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Graduate Catalog

Geography PhD


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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.

Curriculum


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)


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

Program Contact


Gabrielle Jaquays
834 Clemens Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260
Email: gjaquays@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-3350

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.

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