At CMU, you can study Geography as a three-year major (minimum 30 credit hours) or as a minor (minimum 18 credit hours) within the Bachelor of Arts. For specific questions about this program, contact the Program Advisor.

Major in Geography within the three-year Bachelor of Arts. For a degree audit form click here.
Minor in Geography within the four- or three-year Bachelor of Arts. For a degree audit form click here.
Click here for complete program information in the Academic Calendar.

Why complete a B.A. with a major in Geography?
The three-year Bachelor of Arts with a major in Geography provides a breadth of exposure to the humanities, sciences, and social sciences, and includes significant depth in Geography.  This degree prepares students well for many areas of employment or vocation with valuable skills—communication, writing, analytical, critical thinking, and organizing. A three-year B.A. in Geography also serves as a sound basis for launching into professional studies such as education, law, and so on.

Why complete a minor in Geography?
The minor requires only 18 credit hours and can fit alongside a major in any field, whether in the three-year or the four-year Bachelor of Arts.  The student is given the opportunity to gain a broad understanding of geography through the required survey courses, and then may explore a variety of topics according to their interest. Through a minor in Geography, a student can gain valuable secondary competencies that demonstrate a particular interest in geographic and environmental aspects of other disciplines, such as International Development and Politics.