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CIP PROGRAM: 45.0702
Geographic Information Science and Cartography.

Summary: A program that focuses on the systematic study of map-making and the application of mathematical, computer, and other techniques to the analysis of large amounts of geographic data and the science of mapping geographic information. Includes instruction in cartographic theory and map projections, computer-assisted cartography, geographic information systems, map design and layout, photogrammetry, air photo interpretation, remote sensing, spatial analysis, geodesy, cartographic editing, and applications to specific industrial, commercial, research, and governmental mapping problems.

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National Completion Rate Trends

Year Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's
2020 80 632 605
2021 120 719 704
2022 123 748 601
2023 130 805 669
2024 103 792 728
Change +62.50% +27.37% +10.58%

Related CIPs

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45.0799 Geography, Other.

Institutions granting degrees in Geographic Information Science and Cartography.

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