Minor in Geography Explore, Understand, Transform: Enhance Your Degree with a Minor in Geography

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the minor total

A Minor in Geography is not just about studying maps and the Earth; it’s about understanding our world and the intricate connections that bind us. From the insight of a Christian perspective to cutting-edge technical knowledge, a Minor in Geography opens doors to a world filled with opportunities. This 100% online Minor in Geography is designed to help equip you with core foundational skills, which can enable you to develop, explore, and refine your geographical expertise.

The insights you gain can serve as a valuable addition to many undergraduate degrees – from teaching to business – while contributing to your cultural awareness, geographical acumen, and critical reasoning. By weaving a geography minor into your academic journey, you’re not merely adding a subject of study; you’re embracing a perspective that can transform your personal growth and empower you to make a positive impact on the lives of others.


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Whether you are an education major wanting to enrich your future students’ worldview or an engineering student seeking innovative solutions to transportation and environmental challenges, geographical knowledge can give you an edge professionally. A geography minor adds to your résumé an attractive blend of diverse knowledge and skills that prospective employers value.

Additionally, as trailblazers in the field of distance education since 1985, we know the ins and outs of crafting a 100% online program that is tailored to help you grow — not just academically but also personally, professionally, and spiritually. Our Minor in Geography can be a pathway to success because it is designed with your aspirations in mind. At Liberty, you’re not alone on this journey. You’ll be guided by expert professors who bring to the table not just theoretical knowledge but also years of hands-on, real-world experience. You can explore the world of geography, unlock your potential, and set the stage for a bright and successful future.


A geography minor introduces you to the rich tapestry of Earth’s environments and human societies. As a student pursuing this minor, you can gain a foundational understanding of geography through our Introduction to Geography course. You can also learn about the principles of physical geology, oceanography, and meteorology in our Elements of Earth Science course. Additionally, you’ll have the freedom to select some elective classes in the topics that interest you. Each course in the minor is designed to help you understand the Earth and how people connect with the ecosystem they live in.


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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.