The Master of Science (M.S.) in Geosciences at MTSU equips students for diverse s in earth sciences, environmental consulting, geospatial and data science, natural resource management, and more across industry, government, and academia. The program requires a minimum of 36 hours, typically completed over s, and offers tracks: Professional Science and Thesis Research. The Professional Science track blends business and science coursework with a professional as the capst experience. This - program includes 9 credit hours of business classes, 3 credit hours of statistics, 3 credit hours of professional experience, and 21 credit hours of Geosciences-specific courses. This track not only prepares students for specialized roles but also positions them for leadership in science-focused companies, government agencies, and academia.
Which department am I in?
College of Basic and Applied Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
$21,852.00 (18,43,739)
per year
Books and Supplies - 1,260
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Middle Tennessee State University
1301 East Main Street,
Murfreesboro,
Tennessee,
37132, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Admission to the Master of Science in Geosciences requires an earned bachelor degree from an accredited university or college with a major in geosciences, environmental sciences, or related areas. Under special circumstances, select requirements be waived for highly qualified applicants;basic competency in word processing, electronic mail, library retrieval systems, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and databases.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.