获得地球科学学士学位的学生必须选择以下四个方向之一：地质，环境地球科学，地理或城市研究。许多职业机会都可以使地球科学在工业，咨询公司，非政府组织和各级政府机构中得到实际应用。地质和地理的实际和基本应用包括地表和地下水资源的开发和管理，城市，郊区和农村发展的土地利用规划，矿产和能源资源（包括石油和其他化石燃料）的勘探和开发，以及开发有害废物处置和处理的无害环境战略。拥有地球科学学士学位的课程为地质和环境科学，地理和城市研究的研究生工作提供了很好的准备。对于对地球科学和环境科学感兴趣但打算在其他领域（例如环境
Students earning the B.S. degree in Geosciences must choose one of four concentrations: Geology, Environmental Geosciences, Geography, or Urban Studies. Many career opportunities allow for practical application of geosciences in industry, consulting firms, non-profit organizations, and government agencies at all levels. Practical and essential applications of geology and geography include development and stewardship of water resources, both surface and subsurface; land-use planning for urban, suburban, and rural development; exploration for and development of mineral and energy resources including petroleum and other fossil fuels; and development of environmentally sound strategies for hazardous waste disposal and treatment. The curriculum leading to the B.S. degree in geosciences is excellent preparation for graduate work in geology and environmental science, geography, and urban studies. For students who are interested in issues studied through the lens of geosciences but who intend to pursue graduate or advanced study in other fields, for example environmental law or business, the B.S. degree may still be an appropriate choice. The B.S. degree meets certain federal criteria required for science-track career pathways in federal agencies such as the EPA, USGS, and others.