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    Geoscience, MS

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    Madison, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $51,302.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    29%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits

    Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $51,302 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Advanced study in geoscience with research opportunities in geochemistry, geophysics, hydrogeology, microbial geoscience, mineralogy, nano-geoscience, paleontology, paleoclimatology/paleooceanography, petrology, quaternary geology, sedimentology, structural geology, and tectonics. Requires broad foundation in geoscience and supporting sciences, coursework selected with guidance committee, and original research culminating in a thesis suitable for publication.

    Focus: research
    US News Earth Sciences #18

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 4, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241 (Minimum TOEFL iBT: 92 for tests before Jan 21 2026; 5.0 after; lower scores 80-91/4.5 may be admitted with ESLAT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241 (Minimum IELTS: 7.0; lower 6.5 may be admitted with ESLAT)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $29,960.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $51,302 across 30 required credits.
    Is Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours
    Is Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Geoscience, MS at University of Wisconsin-Madison is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.