Program Description

Western Michigan University offers a major in earth science for anyone interested in conservation-related careers or specialized positions in state and federal parks, planning agencies, engineering firms, law firms or industry. The earth science program isn't intended for students who want a career or advanced education in geochemistry, geophysics, hydrogeology or a similarly focused discipline. Its broad, flexible nature is more suitable for those seeking to supplement a complementary major, such as civil engineering, or establish a specialty in an otherwise unrelated field, such as law.

If you decide to major in earth science at WMU, you will enjoy the benefits of working with an advisor to design a program that meets your educational needs and professional objectives. You will study geology, chemistry, physics and math.Make the most of your time at WMU by joining student organizations that complement your interests in earth science instead of echoing them. If you anticipate working in the federal, state or local government, or a nonprofit agency, consider joining one of the University's political or social-action organizations. If you plan to be an environmental scientist or consultant for construction engineering firms, try WMU's student chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Admission Requirements

Your transcript is the most important piece of information.  It shows what courses you’ve taken and your grades, which allows us to assess:

• Academic Preparation.  Successful students are prepared students and we want to make sure you’re ready for the rigors of college-level work.  We recommend*:
  -  4 years of English
  -  3-4 years of math (through second year algebra or pre-calculus)
  -  3 years of natural sciences (two or more with a lab component)
  -  2 years of the same foreign language
• Grade Point Average.
• Grade Trend.  How well you’ve done in your most recent courses.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6

Remarks:

• Yearly tuition fee is given
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $33,688.
• Score reporting required.