Extension Studies

The Offices of Correspondence, Extension & Study Abroad Programs

302 Academic Services Building-North
601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666-4616

Telephone: 512.245.2322
800.511.8656
Fax: 512.245.8934

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Geography
Physical Geography and Geology of the Southwest
Texas, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, and Colorado

(Sites include the Grand Canyon, Zion, Henry Mountains, and Canyonlands.)
Dates
July 11 - August 3, 2008
What You Will Learn
The Southwest is one of the most culturally distinctive and physically spectacular regions of the world. Students will study and observe many of the most significant features of this region. This program explores how people have related to this land. The program also examines current issues and future trends in natural resources and cultural processes in the region.
Course Options
GEO 4306*
Geography of the Southwest
GEO 4310
Regional Field Studies
GEO 5308
Regional Field Studies
GEO 5395
Special Topics: Physical Geography of the Southwest
GEO 7370
Advanced Seminar in Environmental Geography
GEOL 4320**
Topics in Field Geology

*Prerequisite for GEO 4306: B or better in GEO 2410 and one other GEO class.

**Prerequisite for GEOL 4320: B or better in GEOL 1410 and 1420.
Cost
Tuition and fees for three hours of undergraduate university credit (one course): $565.
Tuition and fees for six hours of undergraduate university credit (two courses): $1,130.
Tuition and fees for three hours of graduate university credit (one course): $725.
Tuition and fees for six hours of graduate university credit (two courses): $1,450

Additional costs that include transportation, fees, and educational materials: $1,295.

Optional meal plan: $200.

Total Cost: Refer to section below.

All tuition and fees payable to Texas State University-San Marcos. You must enroll for this course through the Office of Extension Studies, located in Academic Services Building-North, Room 301.

For more information on expenses, please e-mail The Office of Extension Studies.
Payment Schedule / Total Cost
First Payment
$500.00
February 15, 2008
Second Payment$500.00
June 13, 2008
Final PaymentRemaining Balance--
See Chart Below
July 8, 2008


Final Payment / Remaining Balance Information
UndergraduatesGraduates
(A) 1 class: $860(C) 1 class: $1,020
(B) 2 classes: $1,425(D) 2 classes: $1,745


Total Cost, Not Including Optional Meal Plan:

(A) $1,860
(B) $2.425
(C) $2,020
(D) $2,745
Program Director Contact Information
Dr. Richard Earl, Program Director