The master of geographic information systems (MGIS) degree is designed for working professionals aspiring to leadership positions in the field and wishing to pursue a world-class master's degree online. The curriculum for this 35-credit program of study allows you to study around your own schedule, where and when it's most convenient for you.
Learn from Respected Leaders in the Field
Interact online with attentive educators from one of the nation's top-rated graduate programs in geographic information systems.
GIS Professional Development Courses
Penn State offers more than 25 instructor-led online courses in which geospatial professionals may enroll to fulfill continuing professional development requirements. For questions about enrolling in a single, professional development course, e-mail us today.
GEOG 497D: Lidar Technology and Applications
GEOG 587: Conservation GIS
GEOG 588: Planning GID for Emergency Management
GEOG 597K: GIS for Analysis of Health
GEOG 860: Comparative GIS
GEOG 861: Map Projections for Geospatial Professionals
GEOG 862: GPS and GNSS for Geospatial Professionals
GEOG 863: Mashups for Geospatial Professionals
GEOG 864: Professionalism in Geographic Information Science and Technology
A calendar of these and other course offerings is available at our course schedule page.
Advance to the Cutting Edge
Gain firsthand experience with the most up-to-date tools and techniques available in the field of geographic information systems today.
Prepare for GISCI Certification
Fulfill the GIS Certification Institute's educational achievement points requirement for certification as a geographic information systems professional.
Build Credentials along the Way
As you work toward completion of your master's degree, you will earn a postbaccalaureate certificate in GIS — allowing you to add impressive Penn State credentials to your résumé while still working on the degree.
Celene Elm