Undergraduate BA and BS

We offer two undergraduate degrees a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Geography. Non-Geography majors can earn aMinor in Geography and a Minor in Geographic Information Science. We also offer three Certificates – Certificate in Geographic Information Science (GIS), Certificate in Urban Studies, and a Certificate in Geography for Security. 

Undergraduate Geography Advising

Advisor: Dr. Paul Laris
Advising portal 
Email: paul.laris@csulb.edu 

Undergraduate advising is an important part of your journey through the Geography bachelor’s degree. During advising appointments, we will focus on your individual academic plan, coursework requirements, minor and certificate advising, and ensuring that you are on a path toward completing your degree and gaining the skills, expertise, and experiences toward your future career and educational goals. 

Summer Advising: Zoom summer advising is available on Wednesday and Thursday from 2:00pm-3:30pm. For in-person appointments please email Dr. Laris.

Note:CLA Advising Center (ATLAS) is available to support students when Department Advisors are unavailable. Please review ATLAS Drop-in Advising hours and instructions to connect with an advisor.