Study B.S. in Geology at University of California, Riverside (Business) in the USA, College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
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What will I learn?

The B.S. in Geology is our professional degree program, designed to meet the curriculum requirements of California state accreditation in Geology, which is required to practice as a professional geologist in California. It also provides a strong foundation in the subject for students interested in academic, research or teaching careers. At this time, the institution has not made a determination if completion of our program is sufficient to meet licensure or certificate requirements for states outside of California. The core curriculum of the Geology Major trains students in the fundamentals of geology, with a strong emphasis on learning in the field, making full use of southern California’s ‘natural laboratory’. Elective classes, from a diverse array of topics reflecting the expertise of our faculty, allow majors to develop their interests. The degree culminates in a summer field class in which students can apply the knowledge and skills gained.

Which department am I in?

College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$15,588.00 per year
Start date

January 2027

Venue

Main Campus

900 University Avenue,

Riverside,

California,

92521, West, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$15,588.00 per year
Start date

March 2027

Venue

Main Campus

900 University Avenue,

Riverside,

California,

92521, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

To meet minimum requirements to be considered for UCR selection, you must earn a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale (equivalent to an 85 percent on a 100 percent scale). The assessment of a qualifying GPA is based on “a–g” courses (required high school/secondary classes) completed in years 10 and 11. If the high school/secondary school offers a different curriculum, your academic achievement will be based on that educational systems grading scale.

English Language proficiency

You can demonstrate proficiency by meeting any of the following exam benchmarks. Keep in mind that you must complete one of these exams by December of your final year of high school/secondary school.

Score 3, 4 or 5 on the AP examination in English Language and Composition, or English Literature and Composition

Score 6 or 7 on the IB Standard Level examination in English (Language A only)

Score 5, 6 or 7 on the IB Higher Level examination in English (Language A only)

Score 6.5 or higher on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination: Internet-based test (iBT): Minimum score of 80 or better; Paper-delivered test: Minimum score of 60 or better.

Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 115

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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