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Bachelor of Science - Earth Science

Northeastern Illinois University

Chicago campus — Chicago, Illinois, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 25,857
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Earth Science program at Northeastern Illinois University uses an integrated approach to the study of problems of the Earth environment through a synthesis of geology, hydrology, and geochemistry. It emphasizes a solid foundation in geology with opportunities to focus on environmental geosciences. The Bachelor of Science in Earth Science prepares students for graduate study, or a wide range of positions in Environmental Geoscience fields, including industry, consulting, or state/federal agencies. Students will be prepared to become a geologist, hydrologist, environmental scientist, environmental lawyer, geotechnical engineer, geochemist, geophysicist, meteorologist, seismologist, oceanographer, paleontologist, volcanologist—opportunities abound. For professional geoscientists, the median annual salary is $90,890, and employment growth outlook is 16%, faster than the average for all occupations.
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 25,857
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
1 December 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Chicago campus

Chicago, Illinois, United States

5500 North St. Louis Avenue

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Northeastern Illinois University, located in Chicago on Lake Michigan, is a 153 year-old comprehensive, fully accredited learning and research community with four colleges which offers more than 40 undergraduate and 30 graduate majors. Its business school is AACSB accredited and well connected to the city’s thriving business sector. NEIU Values: integrity, excellence, access to opportunity, diversity, community, and empowerment through learning. NEIU’s Office of International Programs (OIP) offers the following services to international students: Pre-arrival support and orientation materials,...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.