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Program Overview

Geography / Geographic Information Systems

Campus

  • I Itasca
  • Online Program
60
Credits
AS GIS Degree
64
Credits
AAS Degree
16
Credits
Certificate

Program Overview

The Geography/GIS Program equips individuals with a foundation in geography, spatial processes, and mapping techniques, enabling them to manage geographic information for planning and decision-making. It fosters geographic inquiry and analysis while exploring diverse political, economic, social, and environmental interrelationships at various scales. The program emphasizes technical skills in mapping, cartographic analysis, and the use of advanced GIS, GPS, and remote sensing software for data acquisition and spatial analysis.

Students celebrating graduation.
$76K
Median annual salary for jobs in cartography
6%
Projected job growth in the next decade
13K
Jobs currently employed with this field

Reasons to Attend Minnesota North

Online GIS certificate.

The Geography Department at Itasca is dedicated to developing students’ knowledge of geospatial technologies and how they can be utilized to explore dynamic interrelationships between humans and their environment.

Start in the spring or fall.

Coursework taken at Itasca prepares students for entry level professional work settings and creates a foundation of geographic skill and knowledge for further study. Individuals of all backgrounds and disciplines and expertise are welcome.

Transfer your ICC credits.

The program maintains articulation agreements with Bemidji State University and the University of Minnesota-Duluth, which facilitates the transfer of ICC credits and allows ample time to complete an additional minor.