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A community of geographers and environmental scientists
Engaged with the world through the study of geospatial science, human geography and the environment
Who We Are
The George Washington University Department of Geography and Environment uses the latest geospatial technologies to contribute to new discoveries and solutions.
Geography, Environmental Studies and Environmental and Sustainability Science students make their mark on the world and help find solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges, including climate change, urbanization, social injustice, sustainability and migration.
With a master of science program, three undergraduate majors and two minors, the Department of Geography and Environment equips its scholars with tools to work for respected companies, for nonprofits, for universities, and in public service at the local, state and national levels.
Join the Graduate Programs Virtual Open House: October 19–30
Registration is now open for GW's 2026 Columbian College of Arts and Sciences (CCAS) Graduate Programs Open House! The virtual event features program-specific information sessions and opportunities to interact with current graduate students, faculty and our admissions team. Attendees will receive an application fee waiver.
The Department of Geography and Environment will host a virtual information session for prospective graduate students on Monday, October 19, at 2 p.m.
Our Research Areas
Geography and Environment Graduate Programs Info Session: November 9
Join us for an online info session discussing GW's Geography and Environment Graduate programs.
“My life is busier than I ever thought it could be, but if I had more hours in the day, I would spend them in the GW Geography Department. It still feels like home.”
Kaitlin Yarnall
MA '08
National Geographic Society
Geography at a Glance
$7.7 million
awarded to faculty in external research funding since 2016
120+
publications authored by Geography faculty
since 2018