Cartography & Geographic Information Systems: GIS Development MS

Master of Science in Cartography & Geographic Information Systems

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Is this program right for you?

Become a confident GIS programmer and acquire the tools you need to serve as an expert and leader in the geospatial field. The Online Master of Science in Cartography & GIS – GIS Development at UW–Madison will develop the GIS programming competencies you need, all while building critical spatial analysis skills and reinforcing the importance of user-friendly design.

Our program is 100% online, designed to connect full-time students and working professionals to the expertise, support, and network of UW–Madison
Highly personalized and interactive program includes guest speakers, group projects, community engagement, and networking opportunities
Our program’s lifelong learning component allows you to keep pace with changes in software and technology, even after you earn your degree

Education that works for you

Gain cutting-edge knowledge in Geographic Information Systems programming, software development, and web mapping for the 21st century.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Science in Cartography & Geographic Information Systems

Commitment

1–2 years

Tuition

$800 per credit

Format

Online

Credits

32 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program admits for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.

Offered by

College of Letters & Science

Department of Geography

STEM opt eligible

Yes

International eligibility

Yes, with restrictions.

Application deadlines

Summer 2025

Priority deadline: February 1, 2025
International deadline: February 1, 2025
Deadline: April 1, 2025

Fall 2025

Priority deadline: May 1, 2025
International deadline: May 1, 2025
Deadline: July 15, 2025

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Cartography & Geography Information Systems: Geographic Information Systems Development MS

$64,000

Market salary in 2019. Sources: Lightcast™ 2022 and alumni survey data.

Job titles

Geographic information systems analyst
Geographic information systems specialist
Geographic information systems technician
Cartographer
Geographic information systems developer

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Top industries

Government (Federal, state and regional)
Surveying, engineering and construction
Utilities (Electrical, telecommunications)
Academic
Environment and natural resources

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What you’ll learn

Become a GIS expert in the Cartography & Geographic Information Systems: Geographic Information Systems Development MS program. Master skills in geocomputing, spatial databases and spatial programming and design to implement advanced GIS applications.

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