Geographic Information Science Minor

• Introduction
• Department
• Requirements

Geography is the study of the physical world, its inhabitants, the interaction between the two, and the patterns and systems involved. Geographic Information System (GIS) is a technology that is used to view and analyze data from a geographic perspective.

The minor in GIS is designed to help students pursue careers in the rapidly expanding opportunities in the geospatial and mapping sciences, including fields such as engineering, planning, environmental science, transportation, business, marketing, and public health.

Contact Information

Jean Pilon
Undergraduate Coordinator
Robinson Hall B 475A
mail:  jpilon
Tel: (703) 993-4509