Geology
Shorelight - University of Mississippi, United States
First Year Course Fee
USD 25,776
Course Accredited By
ABET
Study the earth, the materials of which it is made, their structure and the processes acting upon them
- Geologists study the earth – its history, its composition and processes, as well as potential hazards such as earthquakes, volcanos, landslides and climate change.
- With a geology degree, you can find a job in energy, mining, environmental consulting, government research and regulation. And, you’ll likely find yourself spending part of your workday outdoors – in swamps, mountains, forests, desert plains and out at sea.
There is a great atmosphere among our students, thanks to:
- Field trips – several geology classes incorporate local excursions, as well as summer field camps in Oklahoma and New Mexico.
- Student comradery – small classes and an active student-professional organization help create life-long relationships.
- Opportunities outside of class – you can participate in undergrad research and our Engineering without Borders projects abroad.
Enrollment Cycles
- April 2023
- July 2023
- December 2023
KENYA
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
- Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms C or 7 average
- Undergraduate EAP 3 Terms C or 7 average
- Undergraduate ID 2 Terms B- or 8 average
English Requirements Certificate
IELTS
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 4.5
- EAP (3 Terms) 5.0 (no part below 4.5)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 4.5
- ID (2 Terms) 6.0
- AAP (2 Terms) 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
TOEFL
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 50
- EAP (3 Terms) 60 - 67 (no part below 12)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 50
- ID (2 Terms) 79
- AAP (2 Terms) 68 - 78 (no part below 14)
Duolingo
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 70 (case by case)
- EAP (3 Terms) 100
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 70 (case by case)
- ID (2 Terms) 110 (case by case)
- AAP (2 Terms) 100
UGANDA
- Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education or General Certificate of Education Level (O Level) Examination Certificate with 5 academic subjects passed AND Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education with a minimum of 2 Principal Passing grades of D or higher and at least 1 subsidiary pass in a college preparatory subject
- Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms D7
- Undergraduate EAP 3 Terms D7
- Undergraduate ID 2 Terms C5
English Requirements Certificate
IELTS
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 4.5
- EAP (3 Terms) 5.0 (no part below 4.5)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 4.5
- ID (2 Terms) 6.0
- AAP (2 Terms) 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
TOEFL
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 50
- EAP (3 Terms) 60 - 67 (no part below 12)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 50
- ID (2 Terms) 79
- AAP (2 Terms) 68 - 78 (no part below 14)
Duolingo
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 70 (case by case)
- EAP (3 Terms) 100
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 70 (case by case)
- ID (2 Terms) 110 (case by case)
- AAP (2 Terms) 100
TANZANIA
- Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE)
- Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms E/5 average
- Undergraduate EAP 3 Terms E/5 average
- Undergraduate ID 2 Terms D/4 average
English Requirements Certificate
IELTS
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 4.5
- EAP (3 Terms) 5.0 (no part below 4.5)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 4.5
- ID (2 Terms) 6.0
- AAP (2 Terms) 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
TOEFL
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 50
- EAP (3 Terms) 60 - 67 (no part below 12)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 50
- ID (2 Terms) 79
- AAP (2 Terms) 68 - 78 (no part below 14)
Duolingo
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 70 (case by case)
- EAP (3 Terms) 100
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 70 (case by case)
- ID (2 Terms) 110 (case by case)
- AAP (2 Terms) 100
BTEC
- (BTEC) Extended Diploma (Level 3)
- Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms 80 UCAS Points or MMP Grade
- Undergraduate EAP 3 Terms 80 UCAS Points or MMP Grade
- Undergraduate ID 2 Terms 96 UCAS Points or MMM Grade
English Requirements Certificate
IELTS
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 4.5
- EAP (3 Terms) 5.0 (no part below 4.5)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 4.5
- ID (2 Terms) 6.0
- AAP (2 Terms) 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
TOEFL
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 50
- EAP (3 Terms) 60 - 67 (no part below 12)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 50
- ID (2 Terms) 79
- AAP (2 Terms) 68 - 78 (no part below 14)
Duolingo
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 70 (case by case)
- EAP (3 Terms) 100
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 70 (case by case)
- ID (2 Terms) 110 (case by case)
- AAP (2 Terms) 100
GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O-LEVEL
- 5 college preparatory subjects passed
- Undergraduate AAP 2 Terms D or 3 higher
- Undergraduate EAP 3 Terms D or 3 higher
- Undergraduate ID 2 Terms C or 4 higher
English Requirements Certificate
IELTS
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 4.5
- EAP (3 Terms) 5.0 (no part below 4.5)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 4.5
- ID (2 Terms) 6.0
- AAP (2 Terms) 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
TOEFL
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 50
- EAP (3 Terms) 60 - 67 (no part below 12)
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 50
- ID (2 Terms) 79
- AAP (2 Terms) 68 - 78 (no part below 14)
Duolingo
- Academic English - PSE (1 Term) 70 (case by case)
- EAP (3 Terms) 100
- Academic English (2 Terms) Below 70 (case by case)
- ID (2 Terms) 110 (case by case)
- AAP (2 Terms) 100
Freshman First Year
- Geol 103 – Earth Dynamics
- Writ 101 – First Year Writing I
- Chem 105/115 – General Chemistry I
- Math 125 – Basic Mathematics for
Science and Engineering
Second Year
- Geol 106 – Earth History
- Writ 102 – First Year Writing II
- Chem 106/116 – General Chemistry II
- Math 261 – Calculus I
- Social Science
Sophomore First Year
- Geol 225 – Mineralogy & Elementary
Petrology
- Math 262 – Calculus II
- Phys 213/223 – Trig-based Physics I
Humanities
Second Year
- Geol 314 – Sedimentology & Stratigraphy
- Geol 105 – Environmental Geology
- ENGR 340 – Engineering Geology
- Phys 214/224 – Trig-based Physics II
- General Elective
- GE 301 – Field Camp I (Summer)
Junior First Year
- Geol 305 – Geomorphology
- Writ 250 – Advanced Composition
- Geol 309 – Invertebrate Paleontology
- CSCI 251 or 111 – Programming for Engineering
- Geol/GE Elective
Second Year
- ENGR 310 – Engineering Analysis I
- Geol 303 – Structural & Tectonic Geology
Fine Arts
Social Science
General Elective
- GE 401 – Field Camp II (Summer)
- SENIOR FIRST YEAR
- GE 450 – Hydrogeology
- GE 470 – Intro. to Geographic Info Sys
- GE 420 – Subsurface Site
Characterization
- Geol 420 or 520 – Optical Mineralogy
or Igneous & Metamorphic Petrology
Second Year
- ECON 310 – Engineering Economy
- Geol/GE Elective
- SPCH 102 or 105 – Public Speaking Humanities
- Typical cost for two semesters $38,958
- Tuition $25,776
- Housing $6,514
- Dining $4,628
- Other $2,040