Geophysics is a discovery science of the earth and other planets using state-of-the-art technology that integrates geology, mathematics, physics, and computer modeling. Geophysicists explore the earth鈥檚 natural resources such as oil, gas, minerals, and groundwater and detect earthquakes, cavities, and contaminant hazards aiding to societal and environmental sustainability.
Why geophysics at OSU.
OSU Geophysics faculty are committed to enhance student success through engagement in high-quality research spanning from protecting the environment and climate, discovering water resources as well as oil and gas reservoirs, or understanding mountain-building processes around the world. We provide hands-on domestic and international research experiences and prepare students for internships and careers in various industries as well as state, federal, and non-governmental organizations.
Career paths
Through studying the property's of the Earth, students discover, recognize and use the physical process of the Earth's atmosphere to improve the quality of life, making Geophysics majors ideal candidates in the workforce. Our graduates have pursued successful careers in a variety of fields:
Petroleum and mining industry
Environmental and geotechnical firms
Governmental research labs
Environmental Protection
Teaching Earth Science
Graduate school
Management, scientific and technical consulting
Highlights
Students gain quantitative and computational skills as well as lab, fi颅eld or instrumentation experience through geophysical data collection, processing, and analysis.
Internship and career opportunities in Geophysics are on the rise with the increasing demand for energy, the protection of the environment, and responsible stewardship of natural resources and climate including carbon management solutions.
Our Geophysics labs consist of state-of-the-art instruments and facilities.
Geophysics prepares the students for graduate school at nationally and internationally recognized universities.
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January 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
213 Life Sciences East,
Oklahoma State University,
STILLWATER,
Oklahoma,
74078, United States
High School GPA 3.0+ (based on a 4.0 scale) and English-language proficiency exam scores (one of the following): iBT TOEFL Internet-Based Score 61+; IELTS Academic Score 5.5+; PTE Academic Score 46+; iTEP Academic Score 3.5+, Duolingo English Test Score 95+.
Note: OSU will only accept the Duolingo English Test (DET) results from students beginning Fall 2024.
Application deadline: For applicants currently living in the U.S. - Fall: July 1, Spring: December 1 and Summer: May 1; For applicants not living in the U.S. - Fall: June 1, Spring: November 1 and Summer: March 1.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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