With IUP located in the heart of the Marcellus shale region, you'll gain extensive first-hand experience of working in the field in the natural gas industry in Western Pennsylvania.

Core geoscience courses, such as Geophysics and Surficial Processes will help you get a head start in the field. Free electives will give you the chance to add an internship, independent study, or classes from other departments.

Your technology and laboratory training continues in facilities including the Geochemistry Research Laboratory and Structural Geology and Tectonics Laboratory, among others.

You'll be well prepared for direct entry into the energy industry with a focus on the discovery and development of energy resources and geophysical exploration techniques.