Appalachian State University

About Appalachian State University

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the world? A major in Geography or Planning empowers you to address critical global challenges.

The Department of Geography and Planning offers geography and community and regional planning undergraduate and graduate degrees. Specializing in climate science, health geography, community and regional planning, sustainable and environmental planning, spatial patterns in human geography, and Geographic Information Science (GIS), the department provides students with solutions-based critical thinking skills.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our students' and alumni's impressive track record, with over 90% securing employment in their respective fields and gaining admission to highly competitive graduate programs within six months of graduation.