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Master of Geographic Information Science

California State University, Northridge

Northridge, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

18-credit GIS certificate combining cartography, Spatial analysis and data management.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Geographic Information Science and apply appropriate scientific methods
Interpret findings
And communicate evidence-based conclusions.

Career outcomes

Resource and environmental management
Business and marketing
Urban and regional planning

Curriculum

Core of introduction to GIS
Geospatial analysis
GIS modelling and programming and quantitative measurement (12 credits)
Plus two electives such as interactive cartography or remote sensing (6 credits).

Entry requirements

Academic

Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (2.5-2.99 requires contacting the coordinator) and at least 2.75 in the last 60 units
No GRE
Additional academic criteria: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (cumulative or last 60 semester units)
Programmes may set higher.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor-equivalent degree from a regionally accredited/recognised institution in good standing, programme prerequisites, Affidavit of Financial Support with bank statement, one programme per term

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale)
TOEFL PBT 550
PTE Academic 58
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Completed Application
Official Academic Transcripts
Passport or Identity Document
Previous Degree Certificate
Financial Support Statement
Academic References
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Review the Geographic Information Science in M.S admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,405 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Northridge
Faculty or school	College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Department	Geography and Environmental Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Geographic Information Science in M.S. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed
Program starts
August 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.