OpenFieldBachelor of Science in Geosciences (Hydrology & Earth Systems)
Field-based degree studying mountain water resources, volcanic seismology, drone photogrammetry, and wildfire watershed impact.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school graduation with 4 years of math and 3 years of lab sciences
- English language proficiency
- Standard undergraduate language requirements
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Secondary school transcripts and ACT/SAT optional
- Recommendation letters
- 1 counselor letter
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) rate (150% in-state) and departmental field study grants
- Application fee
- $65
- Tuition / joining costs
- $8,600/year (Idaho resident) / $12,900/year (WUE) / $25,800/year (Non-resident)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Boise State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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