Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, BS / Geography and Environment, MS
The Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, BS / Geography and Environment, MS accelerated pathway gives qualified students a way to begin graduate study while completing the bachelor’s degree. Up to 12 s.h. of approved graduate coursework may count toward both degrees.
At a Glance
- Pathway: Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, BS to Geography and Environment, MS
- Shared graduate credit: Up to 12 s.h.
- Minimum GPA to apply: 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Application timing: During the semester you expect to complete at least 75 eligible undergraduate s.h.
- Graduate coursework begins: Fourth year
- Coordinator: Eric Horsman, horsmane@ecu.edu, 252-328-5265
Pathway Overview
This pathway is for Earth and Atmospheric Sciences students who want to continue into advanced study in geography and environment. Students work with their advisors to choose graduate courses that fit the catalog requirements and their academic goals.
Review the Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, BS and Geography and Environment, MS pages as you plan.
Requirements
The official ECU Catalog is the source of record for admission timing, approved courses, and degree requirements. In summary, qualified students may count up to 12 s.h. of graduate coursework toward both degrees.
- Students may apply with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 during the semester they expect to complete at least 75 eligible undergraduate s.h.
- Graduate coursework begins in the fourth year.
- The required graduate course is GEOG 6110 – Research Design in Geography.
- Students choose up to 9 s.h. of approved electives.
- Students must earn a B or higher in every graduate course to remain in the accelerated program. A grade of C may count toward the bachelor’s degree, but the student may not take additional graduate courses through the accelerated program.
How to Get Started
- Review your degree progress with your undergraduate advisor.
- Contact Eric Horsman to discuss pathway timing and graduate course options.
- Confirm approved graduate coursework before registration.
- Use the official catalog entry to verify current requirements before applying.
Questions?
For questions about the Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, BS / Geography and Environment, MS accelerated pathway, contact Eric Horsman at horsmane@ecu.edu or 252-328-5265.