Master of Science in GIST (MS-GIST)
Lead the Geospatial Revolution: Excel in Your Field with Our Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems Technology (MS-GIST), Flexible for Online or In-Person Studies
"MS-GIST from UA polished my GIS programming abilities and improved my analytical and GIS problem solving skills to great deal.” - Naveed Ahmed, Alum
Program Costs
You can look up the costs of the program using the Bursar's tuition calculator. *Total Estimate: $24,820 (as of spring 25 following course schedule).
Cutting-Edge Geospatial Excellence
The Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems Technology provides training for those seeking employment in the growing geospatial industry. Geographic information is used across various fields, from real estate and marketing to urban and environmental planning. That is why the US Department of Labor suggests that geographic information-related positions will grow by almost 30% over the next ten years, making this field one of the fastest growing in the United States. This comprehensive program trains students with the advanced skills to take up geographic information-related positions across various industries employing these professionals. The program is designed for students with limited and advanced geographic information science and technology skills. The program does not require a graduate record exam (GRE) and it can be completed within 18 months or over a longer period through part-time enrollment.
GIST programs at the University of Arizona emphasize cutting-edge trends and have become some of the largest and most successful programs in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Our newly redesigned graduate curricula respond to emerging technologies in GIST-related fields, focusing on web, mobile, and open-source applications to ensure graduates are ready for an ever-evolving workplace.
Arizona is dedicated to offering the highest-quality GIST programs available, both in-person and online. That’s why our programs meet the standards of the GIST Body of Knowledge compiled by the University Consortium for Geographic Information Science. This guarantees that the program provides a comprehensive overview of GIST topics such as programming and development, data capture and management, analytics and modeling, and cartography and visualization.
The comprehensive curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of working professionals seeking to improve their careers and for recent graduates seeking employment.