Undergraduate Program

The Bachelor of Science in Geology: An undergraduate experience like no other.

Learn by doing: Engage in active research and work closely with faculty while you learn how our planet works and how to think critically about the Earth system.

Train for a career: Our graduates work in geological and environmental consulting, land use and planning, resource and energy exploration and production, natural hazard mitigation, and many other professions.

Join the team: Our students, faculty, and staff are part of a close-knit, inclusive, and supportive community, strengthened by unmatched field and lab experiences in the inter-mountain northwest.

Degree Options

A B.S. degree in Geology offers many emphasis areas to choose. Tailor your degree to meet your career goals.

Geology Emphasis

• physical geology
• environmental hydrogeology
• geological education

Please refer to the Undergraduate Curricular Requirements for more information about degree requirements. A minor in geology is also available.