For current University of Maryland Students seeking to schedule an appointment with a member of our Advising Team, please navigate to TerpEngage. You can find us under > Teams > GEOG - Academic Advising.
If you are not a current University of Maryland student, please reach out to us as <@email>.
Every semester you must meet with a GEOG Advisor for mandatory advising before you can register for courses the next semester. We will remove your block at this meeting and discuss your remaining degree requirements. You should plan to visit advising at least 2 weeks prior to your registration date. You can schedule an appointment through or visit us during drop-in hours. You can make an appointment and view drop-in hours on TerpEngage.
For general inquiries, such as quick questions about coursework, requirements, or otherwise do not feel that you need a full advising appointment, feel free to reach out to us at via email at @email.
The following are sample plans designed to aid students in completing their own graduation plans. The Two-Year plans are designed for students transferring to the University of Maryland with an Associate's Degree. Your own plan will likely look very different. Schedule an appointment with an advisor if you need assistance with your specific plan. Is your MATH placement score below MATH120 (a benchmark requirement)? That's okay! Please contact an advisor for more information on how to successfully achieve the necessary MATH course for the major.
Geographical Sciences - Four Year Plan
Geographical Sciences - Two Year Plan
Geographical Sciences: Geospatial Data Science - Four Year Plan
Geographical Sciences: Geospatial Data Science - Two Year Plan
Geographical Sciences: Computational Earth Observation Science - Four Year Plan
Geographical Sciences: Computational Earth Observation Science - Two Year Plan
GEOG384/385: Internship Information, Application, & Evaluation Forms (Internship Professor is Dr. Keith Yearwood for Fall/Spring and Advising Office for Winter/Summer).
GEOG398/498: Independent Study Application
Independent Studies are semester long, individualized academic research projects. Students work with a faculty supervisor to design and research an original thesis.
Graduate Level Courses: Permission to Take a Graduate Course for Undergraduate Credit
Students who meet certain criteria are eligible to take a graduate level course(s). Student should print and complete the Permission to Take a Graduate Level Course for Undergraduate Credit form.
Permission to Enroll in Another Institution
If students want to take a course(s) away from the university, they must complete the Permission to Enroll in Another Institution online form. Students must obtain appropriate approval(s) from the college and/or the department.
Visit the Student Success Office to learn more about their available student services and re-enrollment options.
Yes. Please make an appointment via TerpEngage if you are a current student. If you are not a current University of Maryland student, please email <@email> with 3-5 times you are available.
Although we wish that all our classes had the capacity to take in as many students as possible, the reality is that classes fill up fast. While you may get off the waitlist, we do not have the authorization to put you into that class without special permission. Luckily, most waitlists in our department move quickly so you still have a good chance of enrolling. To avoid finding yourself in this situation, we recommend that you register for classes ASAP!
We cannot allow non-majors into majors-only sections prior to the first day of classes. We receive many transfer students during semester breaks that will fill those seats. If seats remain open on the first day of classes we will release them to non-majors. Summer and Winter course offerings are also always open to non-majors.
Great! We are excited to see that you are taking your education to the next level. More information about each of these programs can be found on the Special Programs page. Forms for each can be found on the Advising Forms page or you can pick them up in the advising office.
Every semester you must meet with a GEOG Advisor for mandatory advising. We will remove your block at this meeting and discuss your remaining degree requirements. You should plan to visit advising at least 2 weeks prior to your registration date. You can schedule an appointment through or visit us during drop-in hours. You can make an appointment and view drop-in hours on TerpEngage.