Earth SciencesNorth America

200 Master's degrees in Earth Sciences in North America

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Energy and Earth Resources and Public Affairs

The Energy and Earth Resources and Public Affairs MA/MPAff dual degree offered at University of Texas at Austin responds to an increased need in both the public and private sectors for specialists with an advanced understanding of the science, engineering, management and policy aspects of energy, mineral and water resources.

Master Full-time On-campus

3 years$18,758/yr

Texas A&M University4,1(19)

College Station, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Geoscience

Geoscience from Texas A&M University is designed for students who want a broad background in the Geosciences at the graduate level. It is a non-thesis program intended to provide a science content degree for science teachers in the public schools and community colleges.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,476/yr

University of North Dakota4,1(32)

Grand Forks, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Earth System Science & Policy

Human activities are changing Earth’s land surface, oceans, coasts, atmosphere, biological diversity, water cycle, and biogeochemical cycles. Help solve complex human-driven changes affecting Earth system sustainability, with the Earth System Science & Policy program from University of North Dakota.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

2 years$25,614/yr

The University of Arizona4,2(46)

Tucson, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Engineering - Mining, Geological and Geophysical Engineering

The Engineering - Mining, Geological and Geophysical Engineering degree offered by The University of Arizona positions students to enter the field in a professional role immediately upon completion of their studies.

M.Eng. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$23,400/yr

University of Victoria4,2(29)

Victoria, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Earth and Ocean Sciences

Study topics like global climate change, earthquakes, groundwater contamination or marine pollution through a Master of Science (MSc) Earth and Ocean Sciences at University of Victoria, British Columbia.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,118/yr

Middle Tennessee State University4,8(5)

Murfreesboro, United States

Geosciences

The Master of Science in Geosciences at Middle Tennessee State University gives graduates a background in both science and management, unlike traditional research-based-only programs.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$20,940/yr

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Earth and Environmental Engineering

The Earth and Environmental Engineering program at Columbia University focus on environmentally sound mining and processing of primary materials (minerals, energy, and water) and the recycling and proper disposal of used materials.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$64,800/yr

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Earth Science Teacher (7–12) - Pre-Service

The Earth Science Teacher (7–12) - Pre-Service at The City University of New York prepares you for initial or professional certification in science and environmental education for children grades seven through 12.

M.A.T. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,650/yr

University of New Hampshire4,3(7)

Durham, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Earth Sciences- Geology

The Earth Sciences- Geology, M.Sc. is offered by University of New Hampshire. Earth scientists enable society to engage in the responsible and prudent use of Earth’s resources and to understand and facilitate the mitigation of natural disasters and climate change. The demand for skilled geoscientists in the United States and worldwide is expected to grow rapidly in coming years.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$29,210/yr

University of Memphis4,4(17)

Memphis, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Earth Sciences

The objectives of the Earth Sciences MSc program from University of Memphis are the attainment and development of depth of the Earth Sciences knowledge, and the ability to apply this knowledge to student’s career development, in at least one of the following areas: (1) geography; (2) geology; (3) archaeology; (4) environmental sciences; (5) interdisciplinary studies.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$12,660/yr

Rice University4,4(19)

Houston, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Subsurface Geoscience

The Subsurface Geoscience program at Rice University is geared for students who would like to become proficient in applying geological knowledge and geophysical methods to find and develop reserves of oil and natural gas, and/or hone their skills in manipulating and managing energy-related data.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year, 10 months$39,900/yr

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Earth and Environmental Science

The M.A. Earth and Environmental Science program at The City University of New York offers advanced instruction in a wide array of subjects in earth and environmental sciences.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,650/yr

State University of New York at New Paltz4,0(5)

New Paltz, United States

Adolescence Education (7-12) - Earth Science

The Master of Science in Adolescence Education (7-12) - Earth Science (MSEd.) from State University of New York at New Paltz is a 30 credit graduate program designed with flexibility in mind.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,100/yr

Saint Louis University4,1(35)

Saint Louis, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Geoscience

Students in Geoscience at Saint Louis University apply physics and chemistry to study Earth processes from the surface to the core.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$42,000/yr

Southern Methodist University4,5(6)

Dallas, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Applied Geophysics

The Applied Geophysics programme at Southern Methodist University is a specialised M.S. degree designed for professional excellence. This full-time course requires 30 credit hours and focuses on petroleum industry exploration. Students complete a research proposition and a formal thesis to gain advanced technical expertise.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$57,915/yr

Memorial University of Newfoundland4,0(63)

St. John's, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Earth Sciences

Memorial University of Newfoundland has one of the largest and most diverse Earth Sciences departments in Canada. With 30 faculty members, 15 staff members, and leading-edge teaching and research facilities, the department is able to offer high quality graduate degree programs.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$1,579/yr

Montana State University5,0(2)

Online Top 5% in Worldwide

Land Resources and Environmental Sciences (Online)

The Land Resources and Environmental Sciences (Online) programme at Montana State University is a professional M.S. degree delivered fully online. This 30-credit course offers flexible, part-time or full-time study over two to six years, focusing on multi-disciplinary training in land management and environmental systems.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

2 years$21,098/yr

McGill University4,4(97)

Montréal, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Earth and Planetary Sciences

The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at McGill University offers both M.Sc. and Ph.D. degree programs.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1½ year$15,235/yr

The University of Akron4,5(4)

Akron, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

AYA Earth Science and Physics Licensure

The AYA Earth Science and Physics Licensure program at The University of Akron is a Master of Science degree, which leads to licensure in a chosen teaching field, and is open to highly qualified students who hold the B.A., B.F.A., or B.S. degree.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$50,589/yr

University of California, Davis4,4(12)

Davis, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Earth and Planetary Sciences

Earth and Planetary Sciences at University of California, Davis prepares students to be valued team members in their chosen careers and in their communities. The department has five research groups spanning a variety of fields in earth science.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,697/yr