Get your Geosciences MS or PhD in a supportive environment at a world-class university.
Graduate students in the Department of Geosciences work with internationally-recognized faculty in a collegial and supportive environment. They collaborate with faculty and publish cutting-edge research while successfully competing for jobs, scholarships, grants, and awards.
Our graduates find rewarding, in-demand careers solving problems faced by our communities and answering questions about how Earth works. Industries employing our alumni include environmental consulting; geological engineering; local, state, and federal agencies; resource exploration; non-profit organizations; academia; and museums and research institutes. We also have an optional career-readiness program to help you explore and prepare for these careers.
We welcome applications from all who share our intellectual curiosity about the Earth. Our students come from all over the country and the world because Milwaukee is a great place to live and learn! Our department community is committed to the success of all our students, and we offer resources and support for almost every aspect of your student life.
We invite you to reach out to learn more!
Prospective Graduate Students
Questions regarding the application form or technical issues with the the application process should be directed to the UWM Graduate School at gradschool@uwm.edu or 414-229-6569.
Questions regarding Geosciences research, funding opportunities or inquiries specific to the discipline should be directed to the Geosciences Graduate Advisor, Associate Professor Julie Bowles at bowlesj@uwm.edu.
Current Graduate Students
Contact your faculty advisor or the Geosciences Graduate Advisor, Associate Professor Julie Bowles at bowlesj@uwm.edu.
Graduate Programs
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Select the program that’s right for you, and you will find more instructions on how to apply and what to expect.
Recommended Resources for Geosciences Graduate Students
Campus Resources
UWM offers a wide range of on-campus resources, such as academic support and mental health resources. Students also find community within our student centers.
