Paleontology
A program that focuses on the scientific study of extinct life forms and associated fossil remains, and the reconstruction and analysis of ancient life forms, ecosystems, and geologic processes. Includes instruction in sedimentation and fossilization processes, fossil chemistry, evolutionary biology, paleoecology, paleoclimatology, trace fossils, micropaleontology, invertebrate paleontology, vertebrate paleontology, paleobotany, field research methods, and laboratory research and conservation methods.
Degree Statistics
This program is offered at 5 institutions across the United States, with a total of 79 degrees awarded annually.
Certificates Below Bachelor's
7
certificates awarded
Associate Degrees
1
degrees awarded
Bachelor's Degrees
9
degrees awarded
Master's Degrees
7
degrees awarded
Other Awards
55
awards given
Top Schools for Paleontology
These institutions offer the most degrees in this program, ranked by total annual completions.
| Rank | Institution | Degrees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH | 27 |
| 2 | South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Rapid City, SD | 21 |
| 3 | Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO | 16 |
| 4 | Rowan University Glassboro, NJ | 12 |
| 5 | Mesalands Community College Tucumcari, NM | 3 |