Credits required
180 Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 180 quarter credits are equal to 120 semester credits.*
Cost per credit
$366 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.†
Delivery
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.‡
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4 per year
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B.S. in Geography and Geospatial Science – Online

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Use data to connect yourself to the world

Harness the power of big data analysis and geovisualization in Oregon State’s geography and geospatial science online bachelor's degree program, then build your career in almost any field or economic sector.

Geography at Oregon State includes the study of natural science (physical geography), social science (human geography) and geospatial science (GIScience). Through rigorous coursework, you'll gain highly transferable skills that will put you at the forefront of major global initiatives and global issues.

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Oregon State is a member of The University Consortium for Geographic Information Science, and this bachelor's program is among the leading online geospatial and GIScience programs in the nation.

Benefits of learning online with Oregon State

  • All classes are developed by OSU's world-class faculty, who are known worldwide for their research, expertise and innovation.
  • Oregon State is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
  • Oregon State Ecampus is consistently ranked among the nation's 10 best providers of online education according to U.S. News & World Report.
  • OSU Ecampus students receive the same diploma as on-campus students.

Get the support you need

Our goal is to help you succeed. That’s why, as an OSU Ecampus student, you’ll have access to vital resources like success coaching, library services, free online tutoring and career guidance – making your online learning experience collaborative and rewarding.

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Important dates

Winter term starts
Jan. 6, 2025
Spring term starts
March 31, 2025

See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.

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