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Geography B.S.

Get Trained to do a World of Good

Gain a broader, more detailed understanding of regional and world geography by earning a Bachelor of Science in Geography from University of Houston-Clear Lake. Coursework emphasizes proficiency in human geography and human/environment interaction, as well as proficiency in geospatial technologies. Students seeking this degree in UHCL’s College of Human Sciences and Humanities can individualize their course of study with an advisor to target specific objectives that will lead to careers in earth, marine, and atmospheric sciences, forestry, public works, and parks.

Master the Technology Skills Industries Need

With a degree plan that incorporates both field and technical training opportunities, you’ll be ready for a more specialized career in human or physical geography, or to continue your education in graduate school. Through the Bachelor of Science in Geography degree program, you’ll become proficient in state-of-the-art geographic technologies such as Geographic Information Systems, which are used for the collection, storage, analysis, management, and presentation of complex geographical information that can be applied to defense, meteorology, oil, gas, telecommunication and transportation to make decisions to benefit the environment.

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Admission Requirements

So, have we convinced you that University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Science and Humanities is the next step in your pursuit of academic success? Learn what it takes to be admitted to help you reach your educational goals.



Degree Requirements

Understanding the classes you need to take for your degree at University of Houston-Clear Lake is crucial to planning out your education. The buttons below will allow you to view the full degree requirements and give you an understanding of your academic experience. If you are currently attending a community college in Texas, click on the "Transfer Guide" button to view what classes can be taken at your local community college, and transferred to UHCL to complete your degree.


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Cost Information

Investigate the direction of your future with this look into the prospective costs of a degree from UHCL.


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Deadlines for Applying

  • Freshman Deadlines
  • Fall

    Priority - July 15 
    Final - August 1 

  • Spring

    Priority - November 1
    Final - December 1 

  • Summer

    Priority - March 1
    Final (Summer Session I & II) - May 1 


  • Transfer Deadlines
  • Summer 2024
    Priority - May 1
    Summer I Final - May 22
    Summer II Final - June 28
  • Fall 2024
    Priority - August 1
    Final - August 12
    Returning UHCL Students - August 14
  • Spring 2025
    Priority - December 1
    Final - January 6
    Returning UHCL Students - January 8

  • International Deadlines
  • Fall

    Priority Deadline - May 1
    Extended Deadline - June 1

  • Spring

    Deadline - October 1

  • Summer*

    Deadline - April 1

For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.

Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.


Locations

University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake

2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600

About UHCL


Geography B.S. Faculty

Jeff Lash
Jeff Lash

Jeff Lash

Professor of Geography,
Human Sciences and Humanities

Contact number: 281-283-3417
Email: Lash@uhcl.edu
Office: SSB2109.02

Jeff Lash Faculty Bio