MS in GIS at the University at Albany

The MS in GIS at the University at Albany is still considering applications for the Fall 2019 semester.

They are offering a $1500 tuition scholarship for the first year of studies. Please note that the GRE admissions requirement has been dropped.

The Master of Science in Geographic Information Science at the University at Albany, State University of New York

The Department of Geography and Planning at the University at Albany has begun offering a Master of Science in Geographic Information Science (MSGIS) and is now accepting applications for the Fall 2018 semester. The 36-credit program is divided into an 18-credit core, a 3-credit capstone course, and 15 credits of electives. Our GIS faculty members include 4 experts in their respective fields:

·         Dr. Alexander Buyantuev--remote sensing technology and its application to environmental issues,

·         Dr. Shiguo Jiang, the use of spatial statistics for environmental analysis,

·         Dr. Rui Li-mapping and navigation, and

·         Dr. James Mower-algorithm development for augmented reality and landscape rendering applications.

Because of our location in New York State's Capital Region, students participating in the MSGIS program will have the unique opportunity to access a wide array of internship offerings, including those with public and private sector offices and agencies.

• Take a tour of the MS in GIS at the University at Albany!
• Admission Requirements
• Program of Study

If you have any questions about the program, admission requirements, or other issues, please email Dr. James Mower, Director of the MSGIS.