Online M.S. in
Geospatial
Technologies
Map your future at the intersection
of geography and technology.
21+ Months
11 Courses
33 Hours
$985/CH
From aerial and satellite remote sensing imagery to the Global Positioning System, computerized geographic information systems are revolutionizing business, science, and government policy. Geospatial technologies have become a driving force for decision-making across the globe.
OU’s online Master of Science in Geospatial Technologies program will prepare you to leverage GIS and cutting-edge technologies like PostGIS, ArcGIS Pro, and Google Earth Engine for advanced spatial analysis. Learn to support governmental, environmental, business, and societal decision-making through geospatial and remote sensing techniques, directly impacting the future of our planet.
Admissions Deadline
Rolling admissions (applications due 14 days before the intended start date).
Program Start Terms
Fall, Spring
Academic Term
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Lead in Today's World
Our curriculum includes the theory and application of geospatial technologies, so you learn conceptual and professional skills. You will use creative, qualitative, and mixed research methods to deepen your understanding of our world.
Strong Career Growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the geospatial technology market (cartographers and photogrammetrists) is expected to grow 5% by 2032. With this advanced degree, students will likely have access to higher-paying jobs and career advancement opportunities.
Flexible Format
Learn in a flexible, online program designed for working professionals. You’ll engage in online discussions with professors and fellow students, gaining access to career support and professional network opportunities that will prepare you for this rapidly growing field.
OU Online graduates find employment within six months after graduation*
OU Online graduates report earning an annual salary of $75,000 or more*
OU Online students say the skills they gained in their program made them more competitive in their career field*
*Source: OU Online Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2023
Pursue your
Geospatial
Technologies
Master's degree
The University of Oklahoma’s online Geospatial Technologies program* was developed by the College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences and the Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability to foster the geospatial insights, technical skills, and advanced training students need to become leaders in the rapidly growing field of geospatial technologies.
*The full name of the degree program is an online Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Sustainability with a concentration in Geospatial Technologies. Graduates of the program will receive a Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Sustainability diploma.
Certificate Option
Students who want to focus on a few core concepts, prepare for professional-level certification exams, or consider a Master of Science path may opt for a certificate track. The online Certificate in Geospatial Technology** program is 12 credit hours and can be completed in months.
**The full name of the certificate program is an online Certificate in Geography and Environmental Sustainability with a concentration in Geospatial Technologies. Graduates of the program will receive a Graduate Certificate in Geography and Environmental Sustainability.
Course Offerings
- Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems
- Quantitative Methods
- Spatial Data Management
- Fundamentals of Remote Sensing
- GIS Applications
- Spatial Programming and GIS
- Research and Professional Development
- Spatial Statistics
- Advanced GIS and Spatial Analysis
- Digital Image Processing
- Thinking About Geography and Environmental Sustainability
Getting Started Today
Admission to the University of Oklahoma’s Geospatial Technologies program is selective. Those interested in the program should have a competitive undergraduate GPA. Additional admissions factors may include work or service experience, demonstrated leadership potential, exceptional talents or skills, trends, or academic and undergraduate school performance improvement.
To apply for the online geospatial technologies program, students are asked to submit:
- Complete the online application at https://gograd.ou.edu/apply/ and an application fee of $50
- Resume
- Short responses (400 words per question) to three questions
- Official undergraduate transcript from an accredited institution
Applicants are encouraged to submit one or more of the following:
- Reference letter
- Written paper or report from the past three years
- Portfolio of past GIS work (if applicable)
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Paying for School
If you would like to compare the estimated cost of your program with a typical financial aid package, use the cost calculator on our OU Online financial aid page.
Graduate tuition waivers cannot be applied to OU Online programs. OU Online programs qualify for the OU Faculty/Staff Tuition Waiver & Fee Exemption, and we encourage you to check your eligibility.
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same academic excellence
Earning a Geospatial Technologies degree from OU Online gives you the skills to succeed in a growing and evolving field. It also gives you access to career support and an expanded professional network as part of the global OU alumni community. Stand out where the industry is moving while enjoying the potential for higher pay, career advancement, and new opportunities.
Tuition and fees for the program are $32,505 ($985 per credit hour). Books and additional materials are not included.
Once accepted into the program, students must submit a $350 nonrefundable deposit within two weeks. Deposits are applied toward tuition expenses and secure a student’s place in the upcoming class.
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