University at Buffalo Summer Field Course

Hosted by: University at Buffalo

2026-05-20-2026-06-15

https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/earth-sciences/undergraduate/field-training.html

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Group photo of students and instructors preparing to watch a sunset near the campsite in southeast Utah.

Provenance: Photo by Emilie Saucier, University at Buffalo graduate student.
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Description

The Western Geological Field Training Course immerses you in the landscapes that define North American geology. Over four weeks, you'll study diverse terrains across Colorado and Utah, build professional field mapping skills and gain experience that sets you apart in graduate school and the workforce.

Credits

6 credits

Application Deadline

2026-01-31

Costs

Tuition - $2,534.96 (NY state resident) or $7,682.96 (non-NY state resident)
Other course fees - $2,208

Other Important Information

Students are tent-camping during the entire four weeks and are responsible for bringing their own gear. Students are also responsible to getting themselves to and from Denver, Colorado at the start and end of the field course.

Contact Info

For more information, contact James Boyle (jamesboy@buffalo.edu) or Tracy Gregg (tgregg@buffalo.edu)