Minor in Geographic Information Systems Enhance Your Career with Cutting-Edge Mapping and Data Analysis Skills
18
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the minor total
Available Spring 2025.
Unlock the Power of Location-Based Technology and Transform Data into Actionable Insights with Our Online GIS Minor
Are you ready to enhance your skills and make a real difference in your community? With Liberty University’s Minor in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), you can gain cutting-edge knowledge in spatial data analysis, mapping, and data visualization – tools that are in high demand across numerous industries. Whether you’re passionate about environmental science, urban planning, or public health, this program can help equip you with the technical expertise to pursue roles in these fields while making a positive impact on the world around you.
As an online GIS student at Liberty, you can not only develop critical problem-solving abilities but also study ways to integrate ethical decision-making into your work, grounded in a Christian worldview. With your newfound skills, you can be one step closer to being prepared to tackle real-world challenges such as disaster management, sustainable development, and social justice. Through this minor, you can join a community of learners dedicated to academic excellence, ready to serve others and shape a better future for all.
Why Choose Liberty University’s Online Minor in GIS?
Choosing Liberty’s online Minor in Geographic Information Systems means you can gain more than just technical skills – you can be part of a learning experience that integrates academic excellence with a Christian worldview. As leaders in distance education since 1985, we’ve mastered the art of creating 100% online programs that are designed to help you thrive. Our GIS minor can not only help you develop your expertise in spatial data analysis, mapping, and data visualization, but also nurture your personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
At Liberty, we’re committed to helping you make an impact that goes beyond the classroom. Our Christ-centered approach to education shapes everything we do, fostering an environment where your faith and career aspirations are equally valued. Additionally, you can benefit from faculty who are not only leaders in their professions but also committed to mentoring you from a Christian worldview. So, whether you’re addressing environmental concerns, supporting disaster relief efforts, or working toward sustainable development, Liberty’s online GIS minor can help empower you in your career as you work to make a meaningful difference in the world.
What Will You Study in Our Online GIS Classes?
In our online Minor in GIS, you can immerse yourself in the dynamic world of spatial data analysis and mapping. Throughout your studies, you can gain practical knowledge of the latest GIS technology, studying how to collect, analyze, and visualize geographic data to tackle complex challenges. Whether it’s addressing environmental concerns, designing urban spaces, or aiding in disaster response, the skills you develop can be applicable to a wide range of industries.
Your coursework will guide you through the many applications of GIS technology, helping you master the art of analyzing spatial data to solve real-world problems. From improving public health to promoting sustainable development, you’ll study how to apply data-driven solutions to make a lasting impact. The program’s focus on technical expertise and critical thinking can help you become better prepared for the growing demand for professionals in the GIS field.
Liberty’s commitment to integrating a Christian worldview into your education means you can also explore the ethical implications of your work. You’ll study how to make informed, value-driven decisions that promote justice, sustainability, and stewardship, ensuring that your contributions to the field align with a broader mission to serve and uplift communities.
Required Courses
- GEOG 310 – Human Geography
- GEOG 320 – Regional Studies in Geography
- GEOG 370 – Geographic Information Systems I
- GEOG 371 – Geographic Information Systems II
- GEOG 373 – GIS for Urban Planning
- GEOG 374 – GIS for Hydrological Applications
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
*Not applicable to certificates.
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