Overview

The Geographic Information Science (GIS) master’s program from Clark University combines rigorous academics with real-world learning opportunities. Students apply what they learn in the classroom through engagements with communities, nonprofits, government, and the private sector.

Learn GIS programming skills for web mapping, automation, and advanced analytics from leaders in the field, in a top-three ranked GIS program in the United States.
Work closely with renowned faculty to advance the development of geospatial technology and analytics.
Access the latest technologies, including a dedicated workstation in the lab fully equipped with a range of GIS and remote sensing software.
Work hands-on, and gain valuable experience developing creative solutions to complex global challenges.

Study Options

Internship/Professional Practitioner Track:

Under the guidance of an academic adviser, students pursue formal internships with leading GIS and remote sensing companies, organizations, or agencies as they apply their classrooms studies to real-world challenges.

Research Track:

Designed for students who wish to engage in in a research setting, or plan to eventually pursue a Ph.D.. Under the guidance of an advisor, students perform research and present results in a paper appropriate for a professional peer-reviewed journal article.

Career outcomes

Center Lead – NASA DEVELOP Program
GIS Analyst – American Red Cross
Research Editor – National Geographic
Cartographer – Library of Congress
Program Officer – Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), United Nations
Center Lead – NASA DEVELOP Program
GIS Analyst – American Red Cross
Research Editor – National Geographic
Cartographer – Library of Congress
Program Officer – Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), United Nationsclark

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Land change modelling

Advanced Vector GIS

Conservation GIS

Advanced Remote Sensing

Python Programming (basic and advanced)

Geospatial Modelling with R

Deep Learning for Earth Observation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-02 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

10 alternative credits

Course units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Online application form

Application fee (nonrefundable): $75

Personal statement (refer to additional information below for details)

Letters of recommendation (refer to additional information below for details)

Résumé

All academic transcripts (refer to additional information below for details)

English Language Requirements — International applicants only (refer to additional information below for details)

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Tuition Fees

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39200 USD / year

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Out-of-State

39200 USD / year

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39200 USD / year

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Living costs

Worcester

United States

1100 - 1620 USD / month

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