University of Southern California

Program Information

Degree Offered

Graduate Certificate in Geography Information Science

Program Description:

This 12-unit (three-course) graduate program leads to a Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Science. The program is offered by the Geography Department of the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC). Three of our GIS courses are offered in a 'distance learning' format. The fourth, GEOG-587, has a one-week field work requirement. Students work from a Course Guide binder mailed to them or downloaded via the Internet. Faculty and students communicate primarily by e-mail. All materials and communication are in English. Students receive highly personalized instruction to supplement their readings, self-studies, e-chats, group exercises, Internet-based software training, and other assignments.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Online

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above