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Geology BS

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's geology bachelor's degree aims to describe, analyze and explain the patterns and processes of the natural environment and the human cultural systems of the earth. The growing major is an excellent choice for those who enjoy the outdoors, are passionate about the environment and have a strong aptitude for math, science and chemistry.

Throughout the program, you'll gain a solid foundation in areas like physical geology, environmental geology, structural geology, hydrogeology, and mineralogy and metrology, helping you to uncover relations between people, places, cultures and environments. You'll also be immersed in the fascinating world of digital tools and techniques. Through coursework and unique projects, you'll gain firsthand experience using computer graphics and applying geographic information systems (GIS) to analyze and present geologic data.

While at UWEC, you will be challenged to take what you've learned and put it into practice. As part of a required capstone, you'll choose between joining a student-faculty research project, preparing and presenting a department seminar, participating in an internship or enrolling in a field experience. Many geology majors choose to attend a three-week field course in southwestern Montana to fulfill this requirement. There, you'll explore advanced geologic field techniques, with an emphasis on the construction of geologic maps and cross-sections in deformed plutonic, volcanic, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks.

Because of the broad-based nature of our geology programs, graduates find endless employment opportunities are available to them. You may go on to work as a geologist for environmental consulting firms conducting site investigations, help clients prevent unforeseen environmental impacts or collect data to inform client decisions. No matter your chosen career, you'll have the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary to do what you love — and make your mark.

Students may choose to pursue either the comprehensive geology bachelor's degree or the standard geology bachelor's degree. The comprehensive program is designed for those who are interested in careers as professional geologists, hydrogeologists or geological engineers, or for those who desire strong preparation for graduate programs in geological sciences or engineering. The standard program is for those who are interested in a more broad training of the general sciences as well as the relationship between earth science and other sciences.

Campus Information

Eau Claire

Rice Lake

Marshfield

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Faculty and staff have access to outstanding benefits, competitive pay, a nurturing campus environment and more - all on Wisconsin's Most Beautiful Campus. Click the links below to learn more about everything that awaits you at UW-Eau Claire.

Benefits
There are countless benefits to becoming a Blugold employee including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement programs, vacation time, medical leave and worker's compensation.

Development
As an employee, you'll have access to free and low-cost trainings and workshops. Topics include EDI, leadership, software, conflict resolution and more!

Wellbeing
UW-Eau Claire strives to improve the health and wellbeing of our campus community as part of our ongoing commitment to invest in our faculty and staff.

There's a reason Eau Claire's increasing prominence is known throughout the Midwest and beyond. As the fastest growing small city in Wisconsin, and the subject of glowing national media profiles praising our quality of life and low cost of living, Eau Claire's authentic can-do spirit has made it a destination for young professionals and families looking for something different.

PSW Opportunity

3 Years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Academic units required
17 Total Units

1 unit = 1 year of high school study or equivalent. These are minimum units; most applicants exceed them.
4 units - English (at least 3 composition and literature)
3 units - mathematics (algebra, geometry, advanced college prep mathematics such as algebra II or advanced algebra)
3 units - social science (1 must be world or American history)
3 units - natural science (lab sciences are encouraged; not required)
4 units - additional courses (in any of the above areas as well as languages, art, music, speech, computer science or other academic areas)
Academic factors
In addition to a rigorous high school curriculum, other academic factors include:

High school class rank
Grade point average
Trends in grades
Test scores
Senior year courses
Course rigor
Non-academic factors
Secondary non-academic factors include:

Leadership
Community service
Special achievements
Diversity in personal background and experience
NOTE: Students who begin taking high school coursework prior to high school (e.g., mathematics, foreign language in grade 8) are encouraged to continue rigorous course selection from core areas during grades 9-12. Applicants must present evidence of graduation from a recognized high school or equivalent certificate.

Guide to admissions + application guidelines
We do a comprehensive review of each applicant and consider academic as well as non-academic factors. Our average profile for an incoming freshman is below. Contact your admissions counselor to talk through the likelihood of admission.

Profile of Fall 2022 admitted first-year students
The numbers below are based on the middle 50% of admitted students. "Middle 50%" means half of the students we admitted are within the listed range. It also means 25% of the students we admitted fall below the range and 25% placed above.

ACT: 21-27
Class rank percentile: 62-88%
SAT: 1120-1310
GPA (on 4.0 scale): 3.4-3.9

For undergraduate admission, submit one of the following:

Minimum TOEFL iBT total score of 75
Minimum IELTS overall score of 6.0
Minimum Duolingo English Test overall score of 110
Note: Students who use Duolingo English Test scores as evidence of English proficiency will be required to take ESL 305 Advanced Academic Writing for 6 credits their first term.

University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire

Eau Claire , Wisconsin ,United States