GeographyNorth America

209 Master's degrees in Geography in North America

Temple University4,2(71)

Philadelphia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Geography

Develop research techniques and analytical skills to understand and address complex social issues specific to urban areas with the Master of Arts in Geography in Temple University’s College of Liberal Arts.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$18,216/yr

Northeastern Illinois University4,6(5)

Chicago, United States

Geography and Environmental Studies

The Geography and Environmental Studies program at Northeastern Illinois University is offered in the evenings and on weekends. The program is designed for students with various academic backgrounds who are interested in a career that spans the human and natural environments -- the social and physical sciences -- and who desire the spatial analytical skills of geography.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,186/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography MA program from Arizona State University is designed to offer specialized academic and professional training in geography so students not only deepen their knowledge of the world, but also prepare for further specialization or immediate employment.

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

1 year$30,348/yr

University of Oklahoma4,5(30)

Norman, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Geography and Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Systems

The University of Oklahoma offers the Geography and Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Systems MS program, providing students with a comprehensive education in environmental sustainability, spatial analysis, and geographic information systems (GIS).

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,304/yr

West Virginia University4,4(8)

Morgantown, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography program by the West Virginia University provides students with cutting-edge training in the history and theory of geography, experience with advanced geographic research methodologies and specialized mentoring from faculty experts across the subdisciplinary fields of human geography, environmental geography and geographic information science.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$30,024/yr

The University of Alabama4,3(4)

Tuscaloosa, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Geography - Environment and Society

Research at The University of Alabama in Geography - Environment and Society includes exploring problems related to housing, conflicting land uses, ecotourism, environmental management, transportation planning, economic development in rural and urban areas, regional planning, exclusionary zoning, and third world planning issues.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$34,542/yr

Portland State University4,1(47)

Portland, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography program from Portland State University digs into difficult, complex problems and prepares students to engage, confront, and resolve contemporary geographical issues using geographical skills and knowledge.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$8,832/yr

University of Northern Iowa3,7(3)

Cedar Falls, United States

Geography

The University of Northern Iowa's Master of Arts in Geography program is designed for students who want to advance their knowledge and skills in geographic research and analysis. This program emphasizes the development of advanced knowledge and skills in geographic information science, environmental analysis, and cultural geography.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$23,647/yr

University of North Texas4,3(24)

Denton, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Applied Geography

The Applied Geography programme at the University of North Texas is a comprehensive Master of Science degree delivered on campus. Spanning two to three years, this 36-credit hour course offers both professional and research tracks, equipping students with advanced spatial and environmental problem-solving expertise.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$16,404/yr

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee3,8(14)

Milwaukee, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers two track options for MA/MS students: A standard track and a GIS Professional track.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,090/yr

York University4,0(147)

Toronto, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Geography

This Geography MA program at York University is one of Canada’s leading geography programs. This course's recognized strength is in both biophysical processes and in critical human geography.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$9,225/yr

University of Ottawa4,1(87)

Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Geography

Geography from University of Ottawa aims to foster awareness of the field of Geography, and to add to the body of geographic knowledge and methodology through teaching and research.

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

2 years$14,291/yr

University of Waterloo4,1(91)

Waterloo, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Geography (Water)

Gain a deeper understanding of the world around you while discovering innovative ways to tackle global water challenges with the Master of Environmental Studies in Geography (Water) program at University of Waterloo.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$11,314/yr

The University of Montana5,0(1)

Missoula, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Geography - Cartography and GIS

The students pursuing the Geography - Cartography and GIS program of The University of Montana may choose a thesis, professional paper, or non-thesis degree track.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,750/yr

University of Colorado Denver4,3(12)

Denver, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Applied Geography and Geospatial Science

Graduates of the proposed M.A. programme in Applied Geography and Geospatial Science from University of Colorado Denver will have the knowledge, training, and tools to become leaders in this rapidly growing field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$20,984/yr

University of Wisconsin Madison4,1(8)

Madison, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Geography

The Department of Geography at the University of Wisconsin Madison is a leader in the field of geography and offers exceptional opportunities for graduate education. The department has been consistently rated as one of the best in the country and, for over 100 years, has been the training ground for generations of geographers.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,732/yr

University of Nebraska-Lincoln4,5(6)

Lincoln, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography degree offered by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln gives students an appreciation of where they stand in the world, as well as the geospatial skills to compete successfully in the job market.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,198/yr

George Mason University4,1(103)

Arlington, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Geographic and Cartographic Sciences

The Graduate Pathway in Geographic and Cartographic Sciences, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Forensic Science are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

½ year$21,130/full

University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)

Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography MA program from University of Texas at Austin prepares highly qualified students for competitive research and teaching positions at academic and other professional institutions.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$17,694/yr

University of California, Davis4,4(12)

Davis, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Geography

The Geography Graduate Program at University of California, Davis, provides a strong core in geographic concepts, theories, methods, and traditions, with more in-depth course-work available in geography’s four main areas of emphasis: environmental sciences; methods, models, and GIS Science; nature and society; and people, place, and region.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,697/yr