Overview

The Geography and Environmental Science and Policy program is designed to integrate fully the strengths of the Geography, Geographic Information Systems & Science (GIS), and the Environmental Science and Policy (ESP) programs in the School of Geosciences (SGS) at the USF.

Emphasis is placed on providing theoretical rigor and methodological skills, thereby enabling students to make significant and original research and policy contributions in an integrated interdisciplinary environment.

In addition, the degree at the University of South Florida has a very strong applied component emphasizing working on solutions to real-world geographical and environmental problems.

Careers

Through a commitment to quality interdisciplinary teaching, combined with research and hands-on learning opportunities, the GEP Doctoral Program in the SGS is dedicated to ensuring that students are well prepared for careers in academics, industry, government, NGOs, and the private sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Urban Environments
Perspectives on Environmental Thought
Geographic Literature and History
Advanced Geographic Information Systems
Remote Sensing
Geographical Techniques and Methodology
Multivariate Statistical Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

60 Credit Hours Post-Master’s
90 Credit Hours Post-Bachelor’s

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tampa, United States

Disciplines

Geography Environmental Economics & Policy View 64 other PhDs in Geography in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Master’s degree, or its equivalent, from an approved accredited university with preparation in geography, environmental science and policy, or a related discipline.
Highly qualified applicants can enter directly into the doctoral program from a Bachelor’s degree but must complete a minimum of 90 hours prior to obtaining the Ph.D., including the required coursework in either the Geography or Environmental Science and Policy Master’s majors.
GPA at least 3.20 in upper division undergraduate and graduate credits
A letter of intent. The letter should outline the applicant’s specific academic interests and goals and identify faculty members whose interests align with that of the applicant.
Three letters of recommendation. Prospective students should solicit the letters of recommendation from sources who are familiar with the applicant’s academic/work history and performance. Signatures and letterheads are required for letters of recommendation.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19980 USD / year

≈ 19980 USD / year
Out-of-State

19980 USD / year

≈ 19980 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8702 USD / year

≈ 8702 USD / year

Living costs

Tampa

United States

1122 - 1951 USD / month

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