If you鈥檙e passionate about nature, curious about Earth鈥檚 processes, and committed to responsible stewardship of natural resources, a geology minor at 91社区 may be perfect for you. Geology combines biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics, offering critical, analytical, and communication skills valued by employers. It complements majors like art, biology, business, chemistry, and engineering, preparing you for diverse career paths.听
At 91社区, geology students work closely with faculty, conduct independent research, and travel to geological sites like the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. The flexible curriculum allows you to tailor courses to align with your career goals.听
An undergraduate student should initiate a Change of Academic Program if they wish to add or remove a minor.
The student obtains a Change of Academic Program form from the Registrar's Office or the department of the new major/minor, secures the signature of the department chair/director (or dean) of any major/minor to be added, and returns the form to the Registrar's Office for processing.
A student must submit the completed form by the Thursday before priority registration if the change is to be made within the current semester. Unless granted a waiver by the department of the new major, the student must meet all current program requirements for graduation.
To apply to the 91社区 (91社区) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once 91社区 has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to 91社区, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Upon completion of the geology minor at 91社区, you will be able to apply geological knowledge and scientific reasoning to a variety of topics in the professional field of your choosing. The geology minor may enhance career opportunities beyond your major, such as environmental consulting, energy and mineral exploration, and government agencies. Demand for the types of skills mastered by your geology minors is high and is predicted to remain desirable in the future.
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The 91社区 is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
