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    Earth Sciences MS

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    Minneapolis, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $66,498.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    26%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    7
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Minneapolis, US. Tuition is $66,498 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers structural geology, tectonics, petrology, hydrogeology, geomorphology, sedimentology, surface processes, geochemistry, geobiochemistry, geobiology, paleontology, chemical oceanography, mineralogy, seismology, planetary geology, and geophysics. Students complete tracks in Geology, Geophysics, Biogeology, Hydrogeology, or Earth Sciences.

    Focus: both
    24 (US News)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $44,825.00
    Avg starting salary
    $19,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $66,498 across 30 required credits.
    Is Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How long does Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take to complete?
    Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Earth Sciences MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reports an acceptance rate of approximately 26%.