BA Geography at University of Nevada, Reno

Programme overview

Geography is more than maps and knowing the state capitols; geography is about connections. The Geography Department offers a program of study that emphasizes the integration of human and physical geography, and encourages the use of geotechnologies (GIS, remote sensing, and cartography).

Faculty: College of Science | Department: Department of Geography | Study mode: full-time | Location: Reno, NV, United States

What you will study

The bachelor’s degree in geography at the University of Nevada, Reno examines the relationships between people and their environments and the spatial dimensions of today’s most pressing challenges. Through tailored coursework, you may complete a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts tailored to your interests. Through the program, you develop graphical, observational and analytical skills;

Career pathways

From the water you drink to the bus you commute on, geographers play a role in our day-to-day lives in ways you may not realize! A bachelor’s degree in geography prepares students to employ innovative methods from both the physical and social sciences to address the world’s most pressing issues, from climate change and biodiversity loss to migration, global inequality, and community development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level freshman admission (not programme-specific): minimum 3.0 weighted academic GPA in core courses; high school coursework of 4 units English, 3 units math (Algebra I or higher), 3 units natural science and 3 units social science; SAT/ACT scores optional. Some majors and colleges set additional direct-entry or progression requirements.

Domestic applicants: USD 9,383 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate base tuition for Nevada residents, 2026-27, based on 30 credits across fall and spring at $312.75 per credit; applies to all undergraduate programmes (university-wide rate band); excludes mandatory student fees ($1,696), differential fees (e Source

First-year entry terms: Spring 2027 and Fall 2027.

First-year applications opened August 1, 2026. Early Action deadline for Fall 2027 is November 15, 2026; final deadline for Fall 2027 is April 7, 2027; final deadline for Spring 2027 is December 15, 2026. Scholarship and financial aid deadline is February 15, 2027. SAT/ACT scores are optional for admission. Domestic first-year applicants pay no application fee; international undergraduate applicants pay $95. Apply through the university admissions portal (admissions.unr.edu) or the Common App.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/apply

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