Earth Science
Studying Earth Science at DePauw
The study of Earth science isn’t just for students who are interested in how our planet works. It’s also for those who are passionate about addressing urgent global challenges such as climate change, resource conservation and environmental sustainability. As an Earth science student at DePauw, you’ll find yourself where curiosity meets action, pursuing a comprehensive understanding of Earth’s complex systems and exploring ways that these systems can enjoy a sustainable and flourishing future in the face of current obstacles.
With its interdisciplinary nature, this major affords flexibility for students, offering them opportunities to explore courses across the entire geoscience curriculum. It also opens doors for research, internships and study abroad experiences, ensuring that your education will extend far beyond the classroom. With an academic background in Earth science, you’ll be prepared for diverse career prospects in fields like environmental consulting, secondary education, resource exploration and management, natural hazard assessment, climate science and research.
Areas of Study
| Major | Degree | School | Format | Course Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earth Science | Undergraduate, B.A. | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | On Campus | 11.25 Courses |
Major
Earth Science
Degree
Undergraduate, B.A.
Format
On Campus
Course Credits
11.25 Courses
| Minor | School | Format | Course Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earth Science | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | On Campus | 5 Courses |
Minor
Earth Science
Format
On Campus
Course Credits
5 Courses
Graduate Outcomes and Careers
Graduate schools DePauw students have attended
- Stanford University
- University of Copenhagen
- Colorado School of Mines
- The University of Texas at Austin
- Vanderbilt University
- Ohio University
- Indiana University
- University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Michigan Tech University
- University of Wisconsin–Madison
Internships students have participated in
- Wyoming Dinosaur Center
- Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
- National Park Service
- IGS Energy
- Newmont Mining
- Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Stantec
- Mundell & Associates
- Geosyntec Consultants
- National Science Foundation REU program
Contact Us
Geology and Environmental Geoscience
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Earth science major and minor at DePauw are housed in the Department of Geology and Environmental Geoscience. This department fosters a community based on mutual respect and understanding that values the open exchange of ideas and diverse perspectives from all.
Hope Sutherlin
- hopesutherlin@depauw.edu
- (765) 658-4654
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2 East Hanna Street Room 282
Greencastle, IN 46135