Bachelor of Geology - Paleontology at Appalachian State University

The Geology - Paleontology at Appalachian State University is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the Hickory campus in Boone , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Geology - Paleontology

Paleontology is the study of fossils to determine organisms' evolution and how they interact with each and the environment. The earth resources industry, particularly the oil industry, needs the skills of these scientists. The Geology (BS) - Paleontology degree at Appalachian State University is ideal for those who want to pursue earth history, evolution research or advanced degrees in paleontology.

The Geology - Paleontology (BS) degree prepares you to understand diverse topics such as evolution and plate tectonics, sedimentation and sea-level change, water resources and groundwater contamination, and much more. Appalachian Geology graduates have the field skills, core geologic knowledge and credentials to obtain a Professional Geologist license (PG), an essential certification for many jobs in the field of geology, especially those in the environmental and earth resources industries.

Disciplines

Physical Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Geology - Paleontology at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Geology - Paleontology at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Bachelor of Geology - Paleontology at Appalachian State University

Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
Provide your official high school transcript(s)
Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)

Bachelor of Geology - Paleontology at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone