Geography Degree

The geography program at University of Pittsburgh – Johnstown prepares students for a career as an urban planner, community developer, cartographer, GIS specialist, climatologist, transportation manager, environmental manager, or a writer or researcher. The program focuses on the systematic study of the spatial distribution and interrelationships of people, natural resource, plant and animal life. Program courses include: historical and political geography, cultural geography, economic and physical geography, regional science, cartographic methods, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and development studies. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer geography degrees.

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University of Pittsburgh – Johnstown

150 Finoli Drive, Greensburg, PA

University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown, a public institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, the school offers a suburban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown exceeds three thousand annually.

Areas of study available at Pitt-Johnson include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• English Language And Literature
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The most common test scores among students accepted to University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown are within the range of 19 - 23 for the ACT exam, or 1340 - 1640 on the SAT exam. 88% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 52 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at upj.pitt.edu.

The tuition at University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $14,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $25,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs about $5,600 annually. University of Pittsburgh - Johnstown may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Pitt-Johnson Mountain Cats participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Geography Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Pittsburgh – Johnstown has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Geographers

Description

Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, geographers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.6% from 2014 to 2024

Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in geography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).