Program Highlights
Prepare to understand and tackle important societal issues with a degree in geography, a bridge between social and physical science.
- Develop skills in data analysis, natural and physical sciences.
- Start here at ÌÀÍ·Ìõapp by earning an associate degree that transfers to a four-year college for completion of a bachelor’s degree.
- Skills learned prepare students for careers in education, research, environmental science and more.
Degrees & Certs
The geography program at ÌÀÍ·Ìõapp has a partnership agreement with several colleges including SIUE, EIU and ISU.
ÌÀÍ·Ìõapp offers an associate degree program in geography to prepare students for transfer to a four-year college or university, and a certificate of completion in geographic information systems (GIS).
Cost
Geography (GEG) classes have standard tuition rates. For the 2024-2025 academic year (fall 2024, spring 2025 and summer 2025), these classes have an in-district rate of $140 per credit hour. Get more information on tuition and fees.
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Job Outlook
Weather and Climate
- Climate change analyst
- Weatherization installer and technician
- Meteorologist
Economic Geography
- Transportation manager
- Market researcher
- Business developer
- Real estate appraiser
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Geospatial analyst
- GIS developer
- GIS analyst
- Transportation planner
- Environmental consultant
Cultural Geography
- Tour guide and escort
- Area, ethnic and cultural studies teacher
- Historic preservationist
Population Geography
- Market analyst
- Real estate appraiser/assessor
- Urban and regional planner
Political Geography
- Community organizer
- Policy consultant
- Lobbyist
Explore Classes
Explore available .