Undergraduate Studies
The Department of Geography runs a nationally recognized undergraduate program, ranking the ranking fourth among all Geography programs in the country.
At Ohio State, students can choose between four main areas of study including:
- Environment & Society;
- Atmospheric & Climatic Studies;
- GIS & Spatial Analysis; and
- Urban, Regional & Global Studies.
Upon graduation, students will be able to enter the job market prepared for positions in GIS, meteorology, urban planning, travel and tourism, product marketing and others.
The Department also gives undergraduate students a strong academic foundation that prepares them for graduate work.
Prospective Geography undergraduates can access information about our geography requirements, honors and scholars programs, career prospects in geography, and admission requirements, using the links the links below.
Course Requirements (see program pages)
| Quarter | Columbus campus | Regional campuses and ATI |
|---|---|---|
| Winter 2009 | November 3, 2008 | November 3, 2008 |
| Spring 2009 | February 2, 2009 | February 2, 2009 |
| Summer 2009 | February 2, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| Autumn 2009 | February 2, 2009 | July 1, 2009 |
For more information or to make an appointment regarding undergraduate studies, please contact Rick McClish, our undergraduate advisor.
Rick McClish
Undergraduate Advisor
Department of Geography
The Ohio State University
1036 Derby Hall
154 North Oval Mall
Columbus, Ohio 43210-1361
e-mail: mcclish.10@osu.edu
phone: (614) 292-3553
office: 1085 Derby Hall
