List of M.S. Theses (1982-Present)
Our department offers a MS degree in Geological Sciences. Students are successful in getting jobs with oil companies and in environmental geology, and several have continued into Ph.D. programs at Universities such as Stanford, UCLA, Louisiana State University, the University of Oregon, and Purdue, among others.
NMSU is located in the southern part of the Rio Grande rift, which provides an ideal setting for a wide variety of geologic studies. World-class exposures are ideal for class field trips as well as local MS projects.
Faculty research includes projects throughout New Mexico, Arizona, Alaska, Mexico and Australia. Faculty specialties can be viewed on their individual pages.Our laboratory facilities include an XRD, XRF, TIMS, LIBS, rock saws, a mineral separation lab, and shatterbox for preparing geochemical samples.
The Department of Geological Sciences at New Mexico State University offers graduate study leading to a Master's degree (MS) in Geological Sciences. We do not have a Ph.D. program.
Admissions and Financial Assistance
Applicants for admission to graduate study in the NMSU Department of Geological
Sciences must have a Bachelor's degree in geology or a closely related field. Admission to
the graduate school is based on an evaluation of the student's potential for satisfactory
performance in the graduate program. Assessment is made on the basis of the applicant's
scholastic record, scores on the Graduate Record Exam, and appropriate letters of
recommendation.
Application Process
To apply, use the graduate school web site HEREUseful links for Graduate Students
Long-term class schedule (subject to change)