In recent years, geography majors with bachelor's and master's degrees have been employed in both public and private sectors as urban and environmental planners, geographic information systems specialists, cartographers, remote sensing specialists, naturalists, and consultants. With advanced degrees, university or college teaching is a viable prospect. To further explore career options in this field, visit the Career Services Website. Many will be concerned about the environment and environmental problems. They should also work on improving their writing skills, logical thought processes, and other communications skills through their English and literature courses.
Clear writing is an important element of success, both in college and after graduation.
All students planning to major in geography are required to gain competency in a foreign language. Those geography majors who have completed four years are not required to take a foreign language in college. Academic Advising All College of Arts and Letters students are required to consult with the undergraduate advisor for the major within the first two semesters after declaring or changing the major. Contact the Geography office for the name and phone number of the advisor for that area. For general advising, such as General Education requirements, contact the University Advising Center, Student Services Building, Room 1641.