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Geography

The Geography Minor introduces students to the three main aspects of geographic study: human geography, environmental/physical geography, and geographic techniques.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person
Credit Hours
22 Total, 22 in Major
Careers
Managers, Coordinators, Specialists

Why Study Geography at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I chose to attend EIU because I enjoy the people and classes within the Geology/Geography Department. When I first met with professors here, they were all very welcoming. I was also very interested in the group/club opportunities the department offered (including going on trips)."
Lyssa Nave
Class of 2025, Environmental/Physical Geography major
Lyssa Nave, Environmental/Physical Geography at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, Geography students at EIU

What You'll Learn

This broad overview, combined with an additional 12 semester hours of the student's choosing, provide students with a foundation of geographic theory and practice that augments many of EIU's other degree programs.

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$167,220
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Natural Sciences Managers
  • Clinical Research Coordinators
  • Water Resource Specialists
  • Conservation Scientists
  • Range Managers
  • Park Naturalists
  • Environmental Scientists &…
  • Climate Change Policy Analysts
  • Environmental Restoration Planners
  • Industrial Ecologists

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Investigative

Connect With Us

Dr. James Riley
Department Chair & Associate Professor, Geography
jdriley@eiu.edu
3007 Physical Science
217-581-2142
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Dr. Barry Kronenfeld
Professor, Geography<br>Director, EIU GIScience Center
bjkronenfeld@eiu.edu
2065 Physical Science
217-581-7014
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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