Geography Degree

The geography program at University of Wisconsin – Parkside 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer geography degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Parkside

800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI

University of Wisconsin - Parkside provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Kenosha, WI and publically funded. Enrollment at University of Wisconsin - Parkside exceeds five thousand yearly.

Areas of study available at UW-P include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Parkside score in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT. 83% of those students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 53% choose to attend.

Tuition & fees at University of Wisconsin - Parkside are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,600 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $16,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $4,400 per year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Wisconsin - Parkside is the "Rangers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

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

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at uwp.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Geography Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Parkside has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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).