Study the earth, the materials of which it is made, their structure and the processes acting upon them
Ole Miss students undertake geological work to improve understanding of seismic risks to national landmarks in Washington, D.C.
Geologists study the earth – its history, its composition and processes, as well as potential hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides and climate change.
With a geology degree from Ole Miss, you can find a job in energy, mining, environmental consulting, government research and regulation. And, you’ll likely find yourself spending part of your workday outdoors – in swamps, mountains, forests, desert plains and out at sea.
There is a great atmosphere among our students, thanks to:
B.S.G. in Geology
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Major
4 years
Here are some of the courses you’ll take to earn your Geology degree.
UG
4 credits
Introduction to properties and mechanics of earth materials: rock, soils and groundwater. Weathering and soil-forming processes. Geophysical methods. Hazards including mass wasting, subsidence, expansive soils, floods and earthquakes. Earth dams and dam foundations.
UG
3 credits
Introduction to the use of geological engineering field instruments and field techniques; measuring and describing stratigraphic sections; creation of stratigraphic columns and correlation diagrams; geologic mapping.
UG
4 credits
The theory and geology of the flow of ground water. Engineering principles and the design of wells for production or injection of fluids from or into subsurface aquifers. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
Geology students spend two summers on site - getting hands-on experience (and class credit).
Work for a semester or the summer in a company or lab to see what engineers do.
We offer diverse, hands-on research to foster innovation and shape future technology leaders.
Find a club, talk about your favorite subject, or simply have a good time.
Interested in getting a head start on your master's degree? The Accelerated Master's Program at Ole Miss lets Geology students take graduate-level courses while still in undergrad. If you continue to graduate school, you can reduce your graduate timeline by at least a year.
We have a variety of scholarships and financial aid options to help make college more affordable for you and your family.
Are you ready to take the next step toward building your legacy?
