Geography, Non-Thesis Option - General Geography Concentration, MA

Program Code: MA_237B

CIP Code: 45.0701

Program of Study for the Master of Arts in Geography (Non-Thesis Options)

Basic Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a complete application to the Graduate School .

Additional Admission Requirements: Personal Statement

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting these criteria does not guarantee admission.

Letters of Recommendation: Three

Location: Boone Campus

Accelerated Master’s Program

This program offers an Accelerated Master’s option for undergraduate students with a 3.2 or higher currently enrolled at Appalachian State University.

Course Requirements for the Master of Arts in Geography (Non-Thesis Option)

Total Required (Minimum 36 Credits)

Required Courses (6 Credits)

Concentration Requirements (30 Credits)

24 to 27 credits of interdisciplinary graduate electives

Choose One

*The Internship will not be initiated until the degree Program of Study has been approved. The student will complete a research project dealing with the internship experience and an oral defense of the project in lieu of a thesis.

Other Requirements for the MA in Geography (Non-thesis)

Thesis: Not required
Proficiency: Not required
Candidacy: Not required
Comprehensive: Required
Product of Learning: Not required