This degree is to offer courses in cutting edge geographic information science (GIS), and geographic information systems technology (GIST) to fill the growing worldwide demand for skilled geospatial professionals. The program is a series of modular, learner-centered and project-based courses that will train students in mathematical and computational thinking, problem solving, and oral and written communication. Upon graduation, students will also be technologically proficient in basic GIS programming, project management, spatial data integration and management, and the production of spatial-data visualizations for print, multi-media, and mobile environments.
Which department am I in?
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(4 Years)
Tuition fees
US$43,100.00
per year
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600. Living Expenses - Housing & Food (ON-CAMPUS HOUSING) - $17,770 and Living Expenses - Housing & Food (OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING) - $13,100.
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Main Campus
Tucson ,,
Tucson,
Arizona,
AZ 85721, West, United States
Full Time
(4 Years)
Tuition fees
US$43,100.00
per year
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600. Living Expenses - Housing & Food (ON-CAMPUS HOUSING) - $17,770 and Living Expenses - Housing & Food (OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING) - $13,100.
Start date
August 2027
Venue
Main Campus
Tucson ,,
Tucson,
Arizona,
AZ 85721, West, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript. Strong applicants will have a minimum recalculated grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.