31 Hours

Apply to the UGA Graduate School and include the following: - 3 Letters of recommendation - CV - Statement of Purpose Submit a 500–1000-word statement that addresses your academic interests and goals, your perceived fit with the program and faculty of interest, and describes the experiences that have prepared you for graduate study. - Unofficial transcript from each institution of higher education attended - Optional items: examples include writing samples, paper presentations, publications, or other evidence of scholarly or professional work International students: For students whose primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required. Students need to submit official university documents according to the UGA Graduate School requirements. Students will also have to show certificate of finances upon acceptance to the program. Application deadline is December 1 for the following fall

Choose a minimum of 21 credit hour(s) from the following:

Graduate-Level Courses

Students who are selected for teaching assistantships are required to take the following Graduate Teaching Seminar:

Select additional courses, as needed, in consultation with an advisor to meet the minimum number of required credit hours for this program.

Qualified students will be nominated by the Graduate Studies Committee for Graduate School Master’s Fellow Award. Students also are encouraged to seek outside fellowships and scholarships (e.g., NSF Graduate Research Fellowships).

Students are encouraged to pursue research opportunities outside of Athens, when appropriate and in consultation with their committees.

Students are encouraged to pursue internship opportunities when they will facilitate their professional development.

Students are encouraged to present their research at conferences, professional meetings, and symposia. The Department of Geography and Graduate School have funds available to defray travel expenses for students who present.

Geography Graduate Student Association (GGSA)

Available Graduate Programs: Geography Master of Arts (M.A.) Geography Master of Science (M.S.) Geography Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Available Graduate Certificates: Certificate in Urban and Metropolitan Studies Certificate in Geographic Information Science (GIS)