Geographic information systems graduates succeed in a range of careers in growing fields. What are you waiting for? Pay us a visit and make your declaration today by applying to Temple University. Need more info first? Take a look at our application deadlines or learn about our transfer opportunities.

Career Opportunities

Training in GIS will give you the skills you need to take on advanced research positions in technology-based companies, governmental agencies and nonprofit organizations. A variety of industries are looking to hire professionals with this important skill set, including public health, the environment, business, technology, planning, education, design, criminal justice, sociology, communications, journalism and engineering.

Notable Alumni

So many of our distinguished alumni have gone on to great accomplishments. The stories below feature some of our outstanding alumni who have risen to levels of professional acclaim and successes!

Alumni Spotlight

• Darion Porter
  Research Assistant with the Public Health Management Corporation
  B.A. in Environmental Studies, Certificate in GIS, 2017
  

• Carlos Bonilla
  Research Analyst at Econsult Solutions
  B.A. in Geography and Urban Studies, 2016
  

• Charlotte Neal
  GIS Specialist at Apex Systems
  B.A. in Environmental Studies and Geography and Urban Studies, 2018
  

• Julia Wolanski and Matt Quackenbush
  GIS Analysts at Pennoni
  PSM in Geographic Information Sysytems, 2017
  

• Kirsten Kurz
  Market Analyst at Colliers International
  PSM in Geographic Information Sysytems, 2018
  

• Nick Wade
  GIS Application Developer at the City of Philadelphia Department of Planning and Development
  PSM in Geographic Information Systems, 2018
  

Make Your Declaration

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For a complete list of our academic offerings visit liberalarts.temple.edu

Visit Us!

The Office of Admissions offers tours daily. To register for a tour, please go to temple.edu/visit. If you would like to experience the College of Liberal Arts firsthand, you can take advantage of the various visit opportunities we have throughout the year, including the Liberal Arts Preview Day.

Thinking of Transferring?

Almost half of incoming Temple students transfer from other colleges and universities. If you’ve taken 15 or more college-level credits after high school graduation, you can apply for admission as a transfer student. If you’re thinking about transferring, consider attending a Transfer Tuesday general information session.

Learn More about Transferring to Temple

Apply

When you are ready to apply, submit your application online at admissions.temple.edu/apply

Deadlines

February 1: Freshman Application Deadline for Fall Semester
March 1: FAFSA Financial Aid Application Deadline
November 1: Transfer Deadline for Spring Semester
June 1: Transfer Deadline for Fall Semester