Geospatial Information Sciences (online) (GISO)
Graduate Degree Program
College: Behavioral and Social Sciences
ABSTRACT
The Master of Science in Geospatial Information Sciences Program program is dedicated to providing the most up-to-date education on geospatial technology, theory and applications. The courses cover spatial analysis, statistics, programming, databases, modeling, remote sensing, Web GIS, Mobile GIS, big data analytics, drones for data collection, and Open Source GIS.
Both MS degree (30 Credits) and Graduate Certificate (12 Credits) in GIS are offered.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
This program does not offer funding at this time. Please refer to the Graduate School Assistantship Information for educational, professional and financial opportunities.
CONTACT
Jack Ma
Director of Programs
2181F LeFrak Hall
7251 Preinkert Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301-405-3861
Email: jma3@umd.edu
Kristen Halliday
Assistant Director, MS Programs
LeFrak Hall
7251 Preinkert Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301-314-1883
Email: khallida@umd.edu
Both MS degree (30 Credits) and Graduate Certificate (12 Credits) in GIS are offered.
Website: http://geospatial.umd.edu
Courses: GEOG
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
- CV/Resume
- Supplementary Application
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | ||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | July 2, 2025 | January 23, 2025 |
| International Applicants | ||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A, E, G, H, I and L visas and immigrants | July 2, 2025 | January 23, 2025 |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: geospatial.umd.edu/education/master-science-geospatial-information-sciences
Admissions Information: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions
| Last Name | First/Middle Name | Graduate Faculty Status | Academic Credentials | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham | Lain | Graduate Teaching | B.A., University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 2008; M.A., Georgia State University, 2014; PhD, University of Central Florida, 2020 | n/a, Geospatial Information Sciences |
| Ma | Jianguo | Full Member | B.Eng., University of Science and Technology in Beijing, 1994; M.A., Peking University, 1997; Ph.D., Cornell University 2005 | n/a, Geospatial Information Sciences Director, Geospatial Information Science (with Nanjing Normal University) Director, Geospatial Information Sciences |
| Resop | Jonathan | Full Member | B.S., University of Maryland, 2004; B.S., University of Maryland, 2004; M.S., University of Maryland, 2006; Ph.D. Virginia Tech, 2010 | Lecturer, Geospatial Information Science (with Nanjing Normal University) Lecturer, Geospatial Information Sciences University Affiliate, Geospatial Information Sciences Senior Lecturer, Geospatial Information Sciences |
| Tao | Xin | Full Member | B.S., Peking University, 2006; B.S., Peking University, 2006; M.E., Peking University, 2009; Ph.D., University of Maryland, 2015 | n/a, Geospatial Information Sciences |