By studying the earth sciences, you will study the planet, the processes that change our landscapes, the history of life and the interactions between environment and society. You will gain the practical and in-demand skills to collect scientific data, inform policy decisions and study the environmental impacts of things like fracking, oil and natural gas extraction, renewable resources, climate change, and more. Earth science graduates are in high demand with starting salaries ranging from $50,000 to $100,000 annually.
AREAS OF STUDY
Earth History and Paleontology
Hydrogeology and Environmental Geology
Coastal, River, and Glacial Processes
Earth Materials and Geochemistry
Plate Tectonics
Climate Change
CAREER OPTIONS
Geoscientist
Hydrogeologist
Environmental Consultant
Exploration Geologist
Science Educator
Paleontologist
Disaster Scientist
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Geoscience
Oceanography
Geophysics
Environmental Science
Soil Science
Science Education
Environmental Law
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
February 2025
College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment
261 S. College Ave,
Robinson Hall,
NEWARK,
Delaware,
19716, United States
Applicants to the University must be graduates of accredited secondary schools or have equivalent credentials. Specifically, for post-secondary, degree-seeking programs, we consider for admission students who
English proficiency test scores:
Direct Admission
Academic Transitions Pathway
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
UD students study high-ranking, research-intensive programs supported by over 275 years of academic heritage, joining a distinguished alumni network
