Overview

At the Geology program at California State University Fullerton learning is rooted in field- and/or laboratory-based experiences that are provided by advanced coursework in the discipline. Most importantly, students work with faculty members to conduct original scientific research leading to a culminating experience product that describes the problem, methodology and results.

Key facts

Students must complete either 1) a written thesis and an oral defense (Thesis Pathway) or 2) a non-thesis product (in accordance with UPS 330.163) as approved by their Faculty Advisor (Non-Thesis Pathway).

Students are highly encouraged to publish their findings in peer-reviewed journals and present them at regional, national and/or international conferences.

Careers

The degree prepares students for: professional geology positions in industry and government; geologic consulting opportunities; teaching positions at high school or community college; and Ph.D programs at other institutions.

Accreditation

California State University, Fullerton, is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Many of the academic programs at CSUF are also accredited by discipline-specific accreditation agencies and associations.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Earth Science Communication, Education and Outreach Methods

Coastal Processes

Hydrogeology

Paleoclimatology

Geophysics

Environmental Geology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fullerton, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Bachelor’s degree in geology from an accredited institution, with an expected grade-point average of 3.0 in geology courses, which normally includes the equivalent to core courses of the Cal State Fullerton Geology B.S. program and a 2.5 grade-point-average in related science and mathematics courses; or, in the case of a bachelor’s degree in a related area, a selection of science courses deemed as adequate preparation for further study in geology by the Department Graduate Committee
Satisfactory performance on the Graduate Record Examination Aptitude Test with an expected score in the 50th percentile or better on the verbal and quantitative tests
Three letters of recommendation
Completion of the departmental application
Availability of faculty and resources in the student’s stated area of interest

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Tuition Fees

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5652 USD / year

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5652 USD / year

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5114 USD / year

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Living costs

Fullerton

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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