About Us:

The Department of Geographical Sciences at the University of Maryland prepares students to tackle modern global challenges through a comprehensive education in geography, geospatial data science, and remote sensing. Our advising team is dedicated to supporting students at every stage of their academic journey, ensuring you have the guidance and resources necessary to achieve your goals. Whether you’re an undergraduate exploring human-environment interactions or a graduate student pursuing advanced research, we offer the academic programs and advising support to guide your journey.

Advising Services

Undergraduate Advising

• Location: 1149 LeFrak Hall
• Email: geog-advise@umd.edu
• Phone: 301-405-4073
• Scheduling: Use the TerpEngage Platform to schedule advising appointments: Student Login

Our undergraduate advisors assist with:

• Course planning and degree requirements
• Understanding program options and specializations
• Connecting to resources and opportunities for academic success

Graduate Advising

• Contact for Master’s and Certificate Programs:
  • Rachel Haber, Graduate Program Coordinator
  • Email: rhaber@umd.edu
  • For GIS/GEOINT programs: geog-gis@umd.edu
  • To request more info about Certification Programs: Graduate Certificate/MS

Graduate advising includes:

• Guidance on advanced degree requirements
• Research opportunities and academic resources
• Support for career planning and professional development

Main Office Locations

• Department of Geographical Sciences
  2181 Samuel J. LeFrak Hall
  7251 Preinkert Drive
  College Park, MD 20742

Additional University Resources

• University of Maryland – Office of the Registrar
• College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
• The Feller Center – Advising & Career Planning
• University of Maryland Libraries

For additional information about our programs, faculty, or research opportunities, visit the Department of Geographical Sciences website.