Master of Science in Geology - Volcanology & Cascade Tectonics

Academic Overview & Description

Pacific Northwest field geological degree investigating active volcanism in Mount Baker, Cascadia subduction zone seismology, glacial geomorphology, and structural geology.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Geology Teaching and Research Assistantships: $16,500/year plus tuition remission

Tuition Rate

$0 (Fully funded)

Application Fee

$100

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

3.0+ undergraduate GPA in geology or geophysics

English Language

IELTS 7.0+ or TOEFL 86+

Standardized Exam

GRE optional

Application Materials

Statement of purpose, resume, official transcripts

Letters of Recommendation

Three academic references

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult Western Washington University's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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