Overview

Key Features

The Geology program from Portland State University combines advanced coursework, fieldwork, and laboratory work to equip you with a deep and broad foundation in the geological sciences that are required for work in the oil and gas industry, minerals and mining, state and federal agencies, private consulting firms, and education.

With specialized studies in hydrogeology, geomicrobiology, environmental geology, engineering geology, geomechanics, glaciology, and applied stratigraphy, you can branch out or deepen your knowledge in an area that best fits your interests and career goals.

You will also have opportunities to work closely with faculty in their research labs and on projects with local businesses, government, and regional universities.

Career opportunities:

Now is a better time than any to be entering the field as the demand for geoscientists is expected to increase over the next 10 years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The graduates go on to work for government agencies at federal, state, county, and city levels, by independent consulting firms working with engineers, architects, and planners, in the construction, mining, and petroleum industries, and as teachers in elementary and high schools and at the college level.

Recent graduates are working as researchers in the mitigation of environmental problems, assessment of ground and surface water resources, exploration, development, and management of mineral and fuel resources, urban planning, GIS, evaluation of the effects of forest roads and quarries on watershed health, management of their own companies, and teaching.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

We offer two paths for our master's degree in geology depending on your academic and professional interests:

The master of science or arts degrees blend rigorous coursework and intensive research experience that culminate in a masters-level research thesis or project. The programs are designed to prepare you for continued study at the doctoral level or begin a career as a professional geologist.
The geohydrology option provides you with an opportunity to explore the hydrology subfield of the geosciences with topics ranging from well dynamics to groundwater geology.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00

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Language

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Have a BA Geology degree, or a closely related science. If you have a Bachelor’s degree in a science other than geology, please consult with your potential advisor about deficiencies you may need to make up.

Have completed introductory science and math courses. Specifically, we prefer 2 terms of calculus, 2 terms of physics (preferably calculus-based), and 2 terms of chemistry.
Statement of purpose
Letters of recommendation (3)
Standardized test scores, e.g., GRE, not required but recommended
Resume or C.V.

Tuition Fees

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8832 USD / year

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8832 USD / year

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5988 USD / year

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Living costs

Portland

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1271 - 2262 USD / month

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