"My goal was to immerse myself in other cultures, and as soon as I started taking my ODU classes, I knew I could live both of these lives – as the student and the traveler – seamlessly."
Zara Kelly '24
Earn Your B.A. or B.S. in Geography Through ODUGlobal.
Understand Our World. Shape What’s Next.
In Old Dominion University’s fully online Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Geography programs, you’ll explore how people, places and environments interact — all while gaining the skills to drive meaningful change.
Whether you're passionate about climate resilience, geospatial technology or global cultures, ODUGlobal equips you with real-world tools and critical insights to lead in public, private and nonprofit sectors.
For Those Ready to Break New Ground.
Cutting-Edge Curriculum:
Study topics like marine geography, climate science, GIS, spatial analysis and more.
Research That Matters:
Contribute to work at a university recognized for sea level rise research and climate resiliency.
Transfer and Military Support:
Transfer up to 90 credits and take advantage of exclusive military student resources.
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Our geography graduates have gone on to impactful roles with NASA, the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, Google Maps, international agencies, local governments and more
Earn a Degree That Takes You Anywhere
At Old Dominion, you’ll gain more than a degree. You’ll build a deeper understanding of our interconnected world and how to shape it.
ODU’s geography program helps you develop:
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) expertise
- Knowledge of environmental and urban systems
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- A global mindset for careers in public service, science, education and beyond