Combine the knowledge of earth science with engineering principles to solve human problems
"It's more than just looking at rocks and minerals. You actually learn how things work and why they work the way they do."
Cade Bryan
Geological engineering student from Troy, AL
Geological engineers consider the engineering properties of natural soils and rock for building and protecting foundations, dams, levees, and tunnels. They also work to reverse the environmental impacts of human activities in fields such as groundwater remediation and mine reclamation.
With a geological engineering 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.
If you're from an Academic Common Market state that doesn't offer geological engineering, you pay in-state tuition when you come to the University of Mississippi.
Interested in how the Academic Common Market can save you money on your geological engineering degree?
B.S.G.E. in Geological Engineering
N/A
132/133
Major
4 years
Here are some of the courses you’ll take to earn your Geological Engineering degree.
UG
4 credits
An integrated study of the process-response relationships between plate tectonics and geological processes through time. 3 lecture / 2 lab hours. Restricted to students majoring in geology or geological engineering.
UG
5 credits
Hand specimen identification of minerals and rocks; determination of physical and chemical properties; mineralogic and lithologic classifications; lithification processes; mineral resources.
UG
4 credits
Geometric and genetic classification of both macro- and micro-structural types and their interrelations with crustal tectonics. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours).
During the summer, geological engineering students take part in two-week field camps - getting hands-on experience (and class credit).
Work for a semester or the summer in a company or lab to see what engineers do.
Help our professors in their research efforts – including paleontology, hydrogeology, tectonics & geochronology, environmental geology, and more.
Take part in an engineering club and learn more about your field in one of our professional societies.
Interested in getting a head start on your master's degree? The Accelerated Master's Program at Ole Miss lets Geological Engineering 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?
