Admission Requirements

Admission to the Master of Science in Geosciences requires

1. an earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in geosciences, anthropology, or related areas;
2. basic competency in word processing, electronic mail, library retrieval systems, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and databases.

Application Procedures

All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.

Applicant must

1. submit application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php.) Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
2. submit official transcripts from all collegiate institutions attended.
3. submit three letters of reference.
4. submit an official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) report. A composite GRE score of 286 is expected for consideration for unconditional admission.

Degree Requirements

The Master of Science in Geosciences requires completion of 36-39 (thesis option) or 36 (non-thesis option) semester hours.

All students must satisfactorily complete either a pre-professional internship (3 credit hours) or a thesis (6-9 credit hours).