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Geography

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Contact the Program Director

Niccole Villa Cerveny, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Geography & Sustainability

480-461-7306

480-461-7306 (alternate)

Office: SC 14 - Room: 63

This program is part of the Cultural Science, Philosophy & Religious Studies Department.

Field of Interest

Field of Interest: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Geography

Expand your horizons.

Explore the career possibilities in geography, geospatial technologies, climate science, and meteorology. Our program can equip you with the analytical and research skills that are highly valued by employers—preparing you to work in a range of fields, including government, education, commerce, industry, transit, and tourism.

University Transfer Degrees

Want to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a university? Save money by starting at MCC in manageable, small classes taught by renowned faculty. Our transfer pathways with Arizona universities help you achieve two goals: completing an associate’s degree while also staying on track to earn a bachelor’s degree at your transfer destination. MCC’s university partnerships throughout the nation assure your seamless transition toward a four-year degree.

A list of available transfer degrees offered in the Geography program
Name Type Title Courses
Associate in Arts AA Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Geography
Associate in Science AS Associate in Science, Emphasis in Geography - Meteorology

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of a degree within the Geography program may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages*. Some occupations may require additional education or training. You can click on any occupation to view more detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Financial Aid

You can get a high-quality, affordable education. MCC’s low tuition rates and various financial aid opportunities make it possible. Explore federal and state grants, Federal Work-Study, scholarships, student loans, and other options today.

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