Master of Science [M.S] [Geological Sciences] From University at Buffalo

Buffalo, New YorkLocation
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Master of Science [M.S] (Geological Sciences)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

$24,990 /Yr


Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$24990

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Books and supply$1500
Compulsory Fees$170

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024$30330
2022$23100
2021$23100

Important Dates

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

EventApplication Date
Application Deadlilne For Fall 2025 Intake May 1, 2025

Graduate studies are aimed at preparing students for careers in the private sector, government research organizations, and in academia. Students receive specialized training in their selected focus areas but also are exposed to the full breadth of the Department's expertise in order to provide balance and career flexibility.

A Master’s level degree program, requiring the completion and defense of a research thesis, intended for students who are considering a career as a professional geologist or continuing to a Ph.D. level of study in the geosciences. The MS student is closely supervised by a faculty member. A typical MS program is expected to take 2 years to complete.


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited/ government recognized university or college. 
  • A GPA of 3.0 or higher in bachelor degree courses on a scale of 4.0
  • Test scores of exams like GMAT or GRE
  • Letters of recommendations

English Proficiency Requirements: 

  • TOEFL: minimum 79 in IBT; 8.5 minimum in Essentials; 550 minimum in PBT
  • IELTS: 6.5 minimum
  • PTE: 55 minimum
  • Duolingo: 120 minimum
  • Cambridge English: 185 minimum

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

309 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE

55 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

120 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo


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