Geography (MA)
Master of Arts
Gain advanced knowledge in geography and strengthen your skills in research, data analysis, decision-making, geospatial intelligence and more. Designed for working professionals, this program prepares you to address today’s pressing geographic challenges and excel in government, industry or education.
- Begin coursework: Fall
- Delivered entirely online
- You maybe be eligible to receive a $2,000 scholarship—apply now!
Features
30 credits | Online delivery | Non-thesis option
- Strengthen your analytical and research skills through spatial modeling, geospatial analysis, remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and drone applications.
- Learn from expert faculty specializing in urban and transportation planning, GIS and remote sensing, sustainability, environmental change, community development, geoarchaeology, geopolitics and culture, Arctic regions and more.
- Customize your degree with practitioner-focused electives in GIS, urban and community geography, environmental geography or transportation.
- Prepare for in-demand careers in planning, environmental management, GIS and related fields.
As an Online & Distance Education student, you’ll have a dedicated Enrollment Contact and Program Coordinator to assist you with registering for classes, navigating the course sequence and billing process, preparing for graduation and much more.
Mark Welford
Program Coordinator, Department Head and Professor
Department of Geography
mark.welford@uni.edu
319-273-2772
Lisa Jaeger
Enrollment Contact
Online & Distance Education
lisa.jaeger@uni.edu
319-273-2504
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Courses are taught entirely online via Zoom & Blackboard, dynamic platforms that will enhance your learning experience. The program's flexible plan of study allows you to take coursework while pursuing a career. With rolling admission, you can begin your studies in any academic term.
Looking for in-person courses? Learn more about our on-campus program!
Our graduates are prepared to advance their careers in various professional areas such as:
- Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
- Operations Research Analysts
- Water/Wastewater Engineers
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
- Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
- Civil Engineers
- Urban and Regional Planners
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
- Chief Executives
- Public Relations Managers
- Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
- Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
- Sustainability Specialists
- Computer User Support Specialists
- Computer Network Architects
- Software Developers an dComputer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Environmental Restoration Planners
- Transportation Planners
- Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers
GIS specialists earn an average of $75,000 to $95,000 annually.
Individualized Support Services
Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:
- Personalized academic advising
- Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
- Academic support and tutoring opportunities
- Access to student accessibility services and staff
- Technical support assistance
Courses are taught entirely online via Zoom & Blackboard, dynamic platforms that will enhance your learning experience. The program's flexible plan of study allows you to take coursework while pursuing a career. With rolling admission, you can begin your studies in any academic term.
Looking for in-person courses? Learn more about our on-campus program!
Our graduates are prepared to advance their careers in various professional areas such as:
- Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
- Operations Research Analysts
- Water/Wastewater Engineers
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
- Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
- Civil Engineers
- Urban and Regional Planners
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
- Chief Executives
- Public Relations Managers
- Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
- Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
- Sustainability Specialists
- Computer User Support Specialists
- Computer Network Architects
- Software Developers an dComputer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Environmental Restoration Planners
- Transportation Planners
- Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers
GIS specialists earn an average of $75,000 to $95,000 annually.
Individualized Support Services
Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:
- Personalized academic advising
- Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
- Academic support and tutoring opportunities
- Access to student accessibility services and staff
- Technical support assistance
Admission Requirements
- To be admitted, students must submit:
- A brief statement about professional interests and career objectives
- Two letters of recommendation
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.75 (GPAs less than 2.75 may be considered for provisional admission).
- Official transcripts sent directly to the Office of Admissions.
Next Steps
Express Interest
Complete our online information request form. We'll send program updates, important information, and application deadlines directly to your inbox!
Apply now
Along with the application, students must submit the required additional application materials listed above.
Scholarships Available
Complete the $2,000 Online & Distance Education Scholarship application. There is no deadline to apply.
Delivery of this program is contingent on a sufficient number of students being accepted into the program.