Welcome to the UW Department of Earth and Space Sciences (ESS). We are excited that you are considering the University of Washington as your next academic home. We offer both undergraduate and graduate degrees. We encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our programs and determine whether they would be a good fit for you.
Read on for more information about how to apply to our programs and more information about our specific degrees.
Undergraduate Programs and Admissions
We offer the following undergraduate degrees:
- Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Sciences (Options: Geology, Geoscience, Geophysics, Biology)
- Bachelor of Arts in Earth and Space Sciences
- Minor in Earth and Space Sciences
Are you a prospective student interested in one of our undergraduate programs? Details about how to apply to our undergraduate programs are available on the Undergraduate Admissions Page.
Graduate Programs and Admissions
We offer the following Graduate degrees:
- MS in Earth and Space Sciences
- PhD in Earth and Space Sciences
- Dual-title PhD in ESS and Astrobiology
- PhD in ESS – Data Science Option
- Astrobiology Graduate Certificate (available for MS and PhD)
- Program on Climate Change Graduate Certificate (available for MS and PhD)
Details about how to apply to our graduate programs are available on the Graduate Admissions Page.
Questions? Want to Speak to Someone?
We understand that you may have questions about admissions or our programs and want to meet with an academic advisory for a discussion. Visit our Student Services Page to learn more or to make an appointment.