College of Arts and Sciences
Geography
College of Arts and Sciences
Geography
Explore the World with NMSU's Geography Program
At New Mexico State University, our geography program offers a comprehensive and dynamic approach to understanding the world around us. Situated in the heart of the southwestern United States, NMSU provides students with unique opportunities to study diverse landscapes, cultures, and environmental systems. Whether you're interested in understanding environmental challenges, analyzing spatial data, or shaping sustainable communities, NMSU's geography program provides the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact.
Admission Deadlines
There are no fixed deadlines*
- Total classes: 40
- Total credit hours: 120-125
- Cost per credit hour: $223.58**
Delivery Format
In-person
Career Pathways
A geography degree from NNMSU equips you with a versatile skill set that's in high demand across industries. Whether you focus on human-environment relationships or geospatial technologies, you'll graduate prepared to tackle real-world challenges and drive positive change.
- Environmental Consultant
- Urban or Regional Planner
- GIS Analyst or Technician
- Cartographer
- Climate Change or Natural Resource Analyst
- Environmental Educator or Outreach Coordinator
- Transportation or Logistics Planner
Degree questions, answered
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Turn Your Curiosity into a Career with a Geography Degree
Are you fascinated by how people, places, and environments connect? A bachelor's degree in geography helps you explore the world while preparing you for a career that makes a difference.
Why study geography?
- Dive into real-world issues like climate change, urban growth, and global development
- Learn cutting-edge tools like GIS and spatial analysis
- Gain hands-on experience through fieldwork and collaborative projects
Whether you want to protect natural resources, design smarter cities, or analyze global trends, geography gives you the skills to lead and innovate.
Scholarships Available
Get up to 100% of tuition covered with the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship.**
Active Community
Join the Undergraduate Geography and Environmental Studies Organization (UGESO) to engage in personal and professional development opportunities.
The Bachelor of Science in Geography with a concentration in environmental studies provides students with a strong foundation in geography, the study of how people and the environment interact across space and time, and introduces key methods such as mapping. The environmental studies concentration emphasizes integrating insights from the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities to tackle environmental challenges using qualitative methods.
Students develop expertise in critical, qualitative, and creative research methods, preparing for careers in fields such as environmental consulting, policy, education, outreach, advocacy, conservation, and sustainability.
Students must complete all university degree requirements, which include: General Education requirements, Viewing a Wider World requirements, and elective credits to total at least 120 credits (and up to 125) with 48 credits in courses numbered 300 or above. There is a foreign language requirement for this degree program.
Take classes like:
- GEOG 1110G - Physical Geography
- GEOG 1130G - Human Geography
- GEOG 381 - Cartography and GIS
- GEOG 361V - Challenges of Globalization
- GEOG 483 - Field Explorations in Geography
- GEOG 452 - Landscape Ecology
The Bachelor of Science in Geography with a concentration in geographic information science and technology provides students with a strong foundation in geography, the study of how people and the environment interact across space and time, and introduces diverse concepts and methods from the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
This concentration focuses on the collection, analysis, and visualization of geospatial data using various technologies for tackling human and/or environmental challenges. Graduates pursue careers in fields such as data and information management, urban and regional planning, cultural and natural resources management, emergency management, and public health.
Students must complete all university degree requirements, which include: General Education requirements, Viewing a Wider World requirements, and elective credits to total at least 120 credits (and up to 125) with 48 credits in courses numbered 300 or above. There is a foreign language requirement for this degree program.
Take classes like:
- GEOG 1110G - Physical Geography
- GEOG 1120G - World Regional Geography
- GEOG 381 - Cartography and GIS
- GEOG 473 - Advanced Remote Sensing
- GEOG 483 - Field Explorations in Geography
- GEOG 485 - Spatial Analysis and Modeling
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Scholarships and Financial Aid
At NMSU, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: financialaid@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.