Fundraiser for Environmental Causes

Fundraisers rely on solid communication skills to compose letters and make pitches to prospective contributors. They orchestrate fundraising events and plan campaigns through all types of media.  In targeting prospective donors for contributions to environmental causes, fundraisers embrace their organizations’ goals and operations.  Environmental Studies majors gain this knowledge and convey the benefits of supporting environmental initiatives to others.

Public Relations Specialist

Environmental organizations shape public perceptions to gain political influence and financial resources for their initiatives. Public relations specialists apply environmental knowledge to write press releases about programs and activities at their employer or client organizations. They utiize advanced writing skills to develop content for the websites of environmental organizations and to compose text for fundraising brochures and letters.

Environmental Consultant

Environmental consultants assess how development projects might impact the water, soil, air or wildlife in the area. All organizations must prepare environmental impact studies when they are planning to develop virgin land or repurpose currently developed land. Consultants suggest how to mitigate any potential impacts. Other jobs for consultants may be to recommend solutions to pollution issues. Environmental consultants require the communications skills to compose technical reports, to engage with the public and to deliver recommendations to clients.

Geographic Information Science - Graduate Certificate

The Geographic Information Science graduate certificate prepares graduates to work in the geospatial technology industry, as well as in allied industries that rely on employees who are highly trained in this technology. Prospective employers are private and public sector entities that need to manage large systems and big geospatial data, map and analyze health data, and map and analyze environmental conditions and resources. Examples of such employers are local, state and federal government agencies; business that focus on logistics, marketing and engineering; and non-profit agencies in health services and environmental management.

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Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Apply standard mapping technique and spatial analysis procedures to geographic and environmental data.
  2. Describe the various forms and methods of geospatial data dissemination.
  3. Analyze and interpret the common statistics methods used in geographic research and applications.
  4. Execute techniques for processing, managing, visualizing and analyzing environmental data using GIS tools.
  5. Design and develop geodatabases by integrating essential GIS concepts and technical skills.
  6. Evaluate principles of map design and apply best practices for cartographic construction.
  7. Explain foundational concepts and techniques for environmental remote sensing.

Admissions for Geographic Information Science - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Applications to the Geographic Information Science graduate certificate are not being accepted at this time.

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geography or a related field1
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive)) by earning one of the following:2
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
  • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 DET score
1

Requirement that undergraduate degree be in geography or related field may be waived with evidence of professional experience using geospatial technologies or alternative evidence of ability to excel in a geographic information science graduate program.

2

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

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Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
GEOG 59071FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE I 3
GEOG 59081FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE II 3
GEOG 69164CARTOGRAPHIC DESIGN 3
Certificate Electives, choose from the following:6
CS 61002
ALGORITHMS AND PROGRAMMING I
GEOG 69004
QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 59072
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND HEALTH
GEOG 59075
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: APPLICATIONS FOR SOCIAL PROBLEMS
GEOG 59076
SPATIAL PROGRAMMING
GEOG 59078
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
GEOG 69004
QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 69007
SPATIOTEMPORAL ANALYTICS
GEOG 69073
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: GLOBAL HEALTH
GEOG 69074
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: SPATIAL ANALYSIS FOR HEALTH GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 69079
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 69082
CYBERGIS
GEOG 69083
GEODATABASES
GEOG 69231
ENVIRONMENTAL REMOTE SENSING
Minimum Total Credit Hours:15

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Applications to the Geographic Information Science graduate certificate are not being accepted at this time.

Environmental Geographic Information Science - Graduate Certificate

The Environmental Geographic Information Science graduate certificate prepares graduates to work in the geospatial technology industry, as well as allied industries that rely on employees who are highly trained in this technology. Prospective employers are private and public sector entities that need to map and analyze environmental conditions and resources. Examples of such employers are local, state and federal government agencies; businesses that focus on logistics, marketing and engineering; and non-profit agencies in health services and environmental management.

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Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Apply standard mapping technique and spatial analysis procedures to geographic and environmental data.
  2. Describe the various forms and methods of geospatial data dissemination.
  3. Analyze and interpret the common statistics methods used in geographic research and applications.
  4. Execute techniques for processing, managing, visualizing and analyzing environmental data using GIS tools.
  5. Design and develop geodatabases by integrating essential GIS concepts and technical skills.
  6. Evaluate principles of map design and apply best practices for cartographic construction.
  7. Explain foundational concepts and techniques for environmental remote sensing.

Admissions for Environmental Geographic Information Science - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Applications to the Environmental Geographic Information Science graduate certificate are not being accepted at this time.

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geography or a related field1
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:2
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

This requirement may be waived with evidence of professional experience using geospatial technologies or alternative evidence of ability to excel in a geographic information science graduate degree program.

2

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
Certificate Electives, choose from the following:15
GEOG 59072
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND HEALTH
GEOG 59078
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
GEOG 69004
QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 69079
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 69083
GEODATABASES
GEOG 69164
CARTOGRAPHIC DESIGN
GEOG 69231
ENVIRONMENTAL REMOTE SENSING
Minimum Total Credit Hours:15

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Applications to the Environmental Geographic Information Science graduate certificate are not being accepted at this time.

Geography - Ph.D.

Push the boundaries of geographic research with Kent State’s Ph.D. in Geography, where you will investigate today’s most pressing spatial and environmental challenges through advanced, interdisciplinary study. With rigorous training in theory, research design and tools like GIS, paired with hands-on fieldwork, you will develop the expertise to produce original scholarship and prepare for leadership roles in academia, government and industry.

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Program Description

Full Description

The Ph.D. degree in Geography provides specialized training and inquiry into contemporary problems in geography. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary scholarship, allowing students to explore complex spatial phenomena through a variety of theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches. Students engage in rigorous coursework, comprehensive research training,and hands-on experiences with geographic information systems (GIS) and field studies. The program graduates scholars who can contribute original insights to topics such as environmental sustainability, urban dynamics and social geography, equipping them to tackle pressing global challenges and lead innovative research initiatives.

Graduates are well-prepared for a range of advanced careers in academia, research and applied geography. Many pursue positions as university professors, where they can teach and conduct impactful research. Others may work as senior researchers or analysts in government agencies, think tanks or non-profit organizations, focusing on issues such as environmental policy, urban planning and regional development. Additionally, graduates often find opportunities in consulting firms or private sector companies, utilizing their expertise to address complex spatial challenges and contribute to sustainable solutions in various fields.

Admissions for Geography - Ph.D.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé
  • Goal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Priority Deadline: February 1

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Engage in independent research projects.
  2. Acquire experiences in formulating research problems, reviewing relevant literature, designing research methodology, analyzing research data and formulating results from academic research.

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Major Requirements

Major Requirements
Geography (GEOG) Doctoral Electives (70000 level or higher) 124
Cognate Discipline (70000 level or higher) 26
Culminating Requirement
GEOG 80199DISSERTATION I 330
Minimum Total Credit Hours:60
1

Geography coursework must be graded. Maximum 3 credit hours of GEOG 80998 may count toward geography coursework.

2

The cognate field must be in a department other than geography and approved by the advisor. Generally, cognate study is taken with the cognate member of the student's advisory committee.

3

Candidacy examinations are taken after the dissertation proposal is approved by the committee. This should be completed by the end of the second year of doctoral study. Each doctoral candidate, upon admission to candidacy, must register for GEOG 80199 for a total of 30 credit hours. It is expected that a doctoral candidate will continuously register for GEOG 80199, and thereafter GEOG 80299, each semester, until all requirements for the degree have been met. Credit hours for GEOG 80299 do not count toward the degree.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Of the 30 credit hours of doctoral-level coursework required for the degree, students must complete a minimum of 18 credit hours that are letter graded.
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Geography - Ph.D.

Calibration technologists and technicians

4.7%

about as fast as the average

15,800

number of jobs

$65,040

potential earnings

Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other

1.5%

slower than the average

67,300

number of jobs

$77,390

potential earnings

Geographers

-3.1%

decline

1,500

number of jobs

$97,200

potential earnings

Geography teachers, postsecondary

3.3%

about as fast as the average

4,000

number of jobs

$86,730

potential earnings

Surveying and mapping technicians

4.5%

about as fast as the average

59,400

number of jobs

$51,940

potential earnings

Natural sciences managers

3.7%

about as fast as the average

104,300

number of jobs

$161,180

potential earnings

Conservation scientists

3.4%

about as fast as the average

28,500

number of jobs

$67,950

potential earnings

Environmental scientists and specialists, including health

4.4%

about as fast as the average

90,300

number of jobs

$80,060

potential earnings

Social scientists and related workers, all other

-1.7%

decline

40,800

number of jobs

$100,340

potential earnings

Environmental science and protection technicians, including health

4.0%

about as fast as the average

40,400

number of jobs

$49,490

potential earnings

Environmental science teachers, postsecondary

2.9%

slower than the average

9,000

number of jobs

$87,710

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Geography - M.S.

Advance your understanding of the world through Kent State’s Geography M.S., where you will explore the dynamic relationships between people, places and environments. With hands-on experience in research, geospatial technologies and fieldwork, you will build the skills to tackle real-world challenges and prepare for careers in academia, government or industry. Customize your path across areas like environmental, social or urban geography while developing expertise that makes a global impact.

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Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Geography prepares graduate students for careers in both the academic field and non-academic jobs in various private and governmental agencies, such as urban/economic geography, social geography, physical/environmental geography and geographic information technology. Students learn geographic thought, research techniques and topical specialties while preparing to conduct original research.

Admissions for Geography - M.S.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Résumé
  • Goal statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Priority deadline: February 1

All application materials (including applicable fee, transcripts, recommendation letters, etc.) submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Acquire advanced knowledge of the concepts, theories and technology in geography.
  2. Synthesize and present concepts and theories in geography.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to formulate research problems and carry out independent research projects.

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Major Requirements

Major Requirements
GEOG 60800SEMINAR IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF GEOGRAPHIC THOUGHT 3
GEOG 69701RESEARCH AND PRESENTATION OF GEOGRAPHIC DATA 3
Geography (GEOG) Graduate Electives (50000 level or higher) 112
Major Electives, choose from the following: 26
GEOG 59070
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 59076
SPATIAL PROGRAMMING
GEOG 59080
ADVANCED GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 59230
REMOTE SENSING
GEOG 69004
QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN GEOGRAPHY
Culminating Requirement
GEOG 60199THESIS I 36
Minimum Total Credit Hours:30
1

Maximum 3 credit hours of research (GEOG 60996 or GEOG 60998) may count toward the M.S. degree requirements. Other non-geography courses may be applied toward this requirement with approval.

2

Students who earned their bachelor's degree at Kent State University and have completed the undergraduate equivalents of any technique courses required in the master's degree can count them toward the technique courses requirement. Courses taken at the undergraduate level will not count toward the minimum total credit hour requirement for the master's degree; however, the additional technique courses will not be required.

3

Students must register for GEOG 60199 each semester and, if necessary, for GEOG 60299 thereafter, until all thesis requirements have been met. Credit hours for GEOG 60299 do not count toward the degree.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Fall TermCredits
GEOG 60800 SEMINAR IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF GEOGRAPHIC THOUGHT 3
Major Electives or Geography (GEOG) Graduate Electives (50000 level or higher) 6
 Credit Hours9
Spring Term
GEOG 69701 RESEARCH AND PRESENTATION OF GEOGRAPHIC DATA 3
Major Electives or Geography (GEOG) Graduate Electives (50000 level or higher) 6
 Credit Hours9
Second Year
Fall Term
GEOG 60199 THESIS I 3
Major Electives or Geography (GEOG) Graduate Electives (50000 level or higher) 6
 Credit Hours9
Spring Term
GEOG 60199 THESIS I 3
 Credit Hours3
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:30

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Geography - M.S.

Geographers

-3.1%

decline

1,500

number of jobs

$97,200

potential earnings

Geography teachers, postsecondary

3.3%

about as fast as the average

4,000

number of jobs

$86,730

potential earnings

Surveying and mapping technicians

4.5%

about as fast as the average

59,400

number of jobs

$51,940

potential earnings

Cartographers and photogrammetrists

6.4%

faster than the average

13,400

number of jobs

$78,380

potential earnings

Urban and regional planners

3.4%

about as fast as the average

44,700

number of jobs

$83,720

potential earnings

Geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers

3.2%

about as fast as the average

25,100

number of jobs

$99,240

potential earnings

Atmospheric and space scientists

0.7%

little or no change

9,400

number of jobs

$97,450

potential earnings

Market research analysts and marketing specialists

6.7%

faster than the average

941,700

number of jobs

$76,950

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Geographic Information Science - M.G.I.Sc.

The Geographic Information Science M.G.I.Sc. degree prepares you for a career at the forefront of geospatial technology. With a blend of technical knowledge and practical experience, you will learn to analyze and manage geospatial data and make informed decisions.

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Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Geographic Information Science degree provides students with skills that extend beyond simply understanding software features or capabilities. Students develop a more robust understanding of how GIS functions across different sectors and have a positive impact on some of the greatest global challenges today, including climate change, transportation, and public health. Students have the opportunity to design and manage geographic information technologies to develop and improve the tools and systems people rely on every day

Graduates of the program are prepared for analytical and managerial positions that utilize geospatial technologies. Those positions can be found in a number of sectors, ranging from real estate and healthcare to disaster relief and finance.

Admissions for Geographic Information Science - M.G.I.Sc.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

Applications to the M.G.I.Sc. degree are not being accepted at this time.

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geography or a related field1
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:2
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

Requirement that the undergraduate degree must be in geography or related field may be waved with evidence of professional experience using geospatial technologies or alternative evidence of ability to excel in a geographic information science graduate program.

2

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Collect, edit, integrate, manage and analyze geospatial data.
  2. Demonstrate skills and working knowledge of commercial and open-source GIS application suites and utilities.
  3. Identify, explain and analyze spatial patterns, relationships and processes.
  4. Apply cartographic principles and techniques to create quality maps.
  5. Apply critical and spatial thinking to solve geospatial problems with respect to theories, principles and practices of geographic information science and fields in the degree concentration areas.
  6. Demonstrate good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

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Major Requirements

Major Requirements
GEOG 59071FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE I 3
GEOG 59081FUNDAMENTALS OF GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE II 3
GEOG 69164CARTOGRAPHIC DESIGN 3
GEOG 69231ENVIRONMENTAL REMOTE SENSING 3
Major Electives, choose from the following:12
CS 61002
ALGORITHMS AND PROGRAMMING I
CS 61003
ALGORITHMS AND PROGRAMMING II
EMAT 64210
DATA SCIENCE
GEOG 59072
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND HEALTH
GEOG 59075
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: APPLICATIONS FOR SOCIAL PROBLEMS
GEOG 59076
SPATIAL PROGRAMMING
GEOG 59078
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
GEOG 69004
QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 69007
SPATIOTEMPORAL ANALYTICS
GEOG 69073
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: GLOBAL HEALTH
GEOG 69074
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: SPATIAL ANALYSIS FOR HEALTH GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 69079
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE
GEOG 69082
CYBERGIS
GEOG 69083
GEODATABASES
Culminating Requirement
GEOG 69392PRACTICUM IN GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE 16
Minimum Total Credit Hours:30
1

As the capstone to the program, students will complete a practicum that is designed to provide practical experience in the application of M.G.I.Sc. degree course content in real-world professional settings. Students will select a professional project in consultation with their employer and program faculty and then will design, implement and report on their activities in a culminating professional paper.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Applications to the M.G.I.Sc. degree are not being accepted at this time.

Urban Studies - Minor

The Urban Studies minor provides an understanding of cities, towns, urban life, economics and social relations. The minor focuses on the cities as distinctive entities and explores the meaning and function of cities in the larger society. The minor also demonstrates how the growth and development of cities and towns may be conceived and guided using methods from a variety of disciplines.

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Minor Requirements

Minor Requirements
Group A, choose from the following:9
ECON 42081
URBAN ECONOMICS: CITIES AND HOUSING 1
GEOG 36065
CITIES AND URBANIZATION
GEOG 46070
URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING
POL 30450
URBAN POLITICS AND POLICY 2
SOC 32673
CITIES AND URBAN SOCIAL LIFE 3
Group B, choose from the following: 49
ARCH 45630
INTRODUCTION TO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
ECON 32084
ECONOMICS OF THE ENVIRONMENT
GEOG 45085
URBAN TRANSPORTATION
GEOG 46070
URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING
GEOG 46080
URBAN SUSTAINABILITY
GEOG 46081
SEMINAR IN URBAN GEOGRAPHY
GEOG 49075
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SCIENCE: APPLICATIONS FOR SOCIAL PROBLEMS
PH 43013
BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC HEALTH
POL 30301
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Internship 5
Minimum Total Credit Hours:18
1

Students in this minor can have the ECON 22061 prerequisite waived by contacting the Department of Economics.

2

Students in this minor can have the prerequisite waived by contacting the Department of Political Science.

3

Students in this minor can have the prerequisite waived by contacting the Department of Sociology and Criminology.

4

Unused courses from the Group A list may be used to fulfill the Group B list. Some courses have prerequisites and the course description should be consulted.

5

Internship credits can come from the participating departments of Economics, Geography, Sociology and Criminology, Political Science and other departments as approved by the program coordinator.

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).
Admissions for Urban Studies - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

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