OpenFieldMaster of Science in Applied Geography & Coastal GIS Hydrology
Advanced graduate research examining coastal sea-level rise, salt marsh hydrology, spatial remote sensing, and barrier island conservation in Georgia.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in geography, geology, or environmental science with 3.00+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research statement of purpose outlining proposed thesis topic and resume
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of academic recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate teaching and research assistantships with full tuition remission and $14,000 annual stipend
- Application fee
- $50 graduate application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $6,156 in-state / $20,448 non-resident (waived with assistantship)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Georgia Southern University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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