Geographic Information Science Graduate Certificate

This graduate certificate prepares students for employment in federal, state, and local government positions that require GIS skills. The certificate has been found suitable for the needs of business and industry, including those corporations that serve as contractors to governments in the United States and overseas.

The Geographic Information Science Graduate Certificate may be pursued on a full-or part-time basis.

Admissions

University-wide admissions policies can be found in the Graduate Admissions Policies section of this catalog.

All applicants should have a working knowledge of, or prior education or training in, computer technology. Knowledge of GIS, remote sensing technology, and cartography are preferred. Students from any discipline are welcome to apply.

Applicants to this certificate program must submit a current résumé. GRE scores and letters of recommendation are not required but will strengthen an application, if available.

To apply for this program, please complete the George Mason University Admissions Application.

Policies

For policies governing all graduate certificates, see AP.6.8 Requirements for Graduate Certificates

Premium Tuition Rate

This professional certificate program charges students at a differential (premium) tuition rate. This rate applies to all students who enroll in this certificate program, regardless of in-state or out-of-state status. The differential tuition will be used to fund continuing improvements in the departmental computational facilities used to support the certificate program.

Banner Code: SC-CERG-GISC

Certificate Requirements

Total credits: 15

This certificate may be pursued on a full-or part-time basis.

Students should refer to the Admissions & Policies tab for specific policies related to this program.

Core Courses

Electives