School of Earth, Environment and Society

Admissions | Geology Graduate Certificates

These graduate certificates are designed for professionals and students interested in the fields of environmental geology, engineering geology and hydrogeology. They can represent a portion of a professional geologist’s training, as well as a portion of the background needed by registered geologists in the state of Oregon. Practicing geologists can use these certificates, which indicates added skills and background, for professional development, or apply them towards a master’s degree.

Admissions Requirements

  • Meet PSU’s minimum requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences or civil engineering from an accredited institution
    • The ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology exam may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s in geology
  • Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 in all undergraduate courses (if your GPA is between 2.5-2.74, you can be admitted conditionally)

Deadlines

This program admits students on a rolling basis throughout the year. You can apply at anytime and there is no need to identify a potential advisor prior to applying.

How to Apply

  • New Students: New students who have not yet applied to PSU must first apply to PSU.
  • Current PSU Graduate Students: If you are currently enrolled in a PSU graduate program, you do not need to submit the online university application. Instead, fill out a GO-19 Request for Change of Program form and submit it with the program application materials.

Application Materials

Below is the list of the information and materials you will need to provide as part of your application. We recommend preparing these materials in advance of submitting your application.

  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • GRE (optional)
  • References: Submit contact information for at least three individuals who can comment on your academic performance or attest to your skills as they pertain to your selected program of study. Portland State University will contact your references and provide them with instructions for submitting recommendation forms.
  • Copies of transcripts from each college or university attended
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
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