MS in Geology at University of Southern Mississippi

The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) offers a Master of Science (MS) in Geology through its College of Arts and Sciences. This program lasts for 18 months and provides students with a solid foundation in geological sciences. The tuition fee for the MS in Geology program is set at USD 11,653. To gain admission into this program, students need to demonstrate their English language skills. USM accepts several English proficiency tests, including IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE. Additionally, applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale to be eligible for admission.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th grade requirements.

Graduation

Applicants must provide proof of a good grade point average (GPA) through an official transcript. They can do this in one of three ways: 1) A GPA of at least 2.75 over the last two years (60 hours) of undergraduate study. 2) A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on at least 9 hours of relevant graduate-level coursework. 3) A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a previously awarded graduate degree. Applicants should have a major in geology or a related field, and relevant courses include physical geology, historical geology, mineralogy, petrology, structural geology, geomorphology, invertebrate paleontology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, and/or field geology.

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Step One: Prepare Documents for Application

• SOP: Write a statement of purpose that explains your academic interests and reasons for applying to the program.
• LOR: You need to submit three letters of recommendation.
• CV: Include a CV or resume with your application.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

• Official transcripts and degree certificates from all previous colleges or universities you attended.
• Official scores from TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE.
• Immunization records (needed before you enroll in classes if you are admitted).
• Research interests related to your field of study.

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin the application process through the university's online portal.

Step Four: Application Fees for This Course

• Application Fee: USD 60 (approximately INR 5.06 thousand).
• Payment Method: Use a credit card.
• A non-refundable enrollment fee of $50 will be charged each term you enroll in the payment plan.
• Payment plan enrollment starts when the first invoice is available for each semester, usually in July for fall and December for spring.
• The total payment plan amount will be split into four equal payments each term (excluding summer), with the first payment due when you enroll in the plan.

Step Five: Application Deadline

• Fall (August): June 1
• Spring (January): November 1

*These dates are based on last year's records and may change. For the exact deadline, consult with an expert counselor.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"