Glenville State University

Land Surveying and Mapping

Glenville State University

Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Surveying Technology/Surveying
Cost per year:*
National: $14,457

Cost is an approximation converted to Canadian dollars.



Description:

This major provides a pathway for associate degree students in land surveying to continue their education for a baccalaureate degree. Students will be technically proficient in land surveying and will be able to develop a strong concentration in geographic information systems and resource allocation for careers with government agencies and the private sector. This degree will also provide the baccalaureate degree necessary for licensure as a professional land surveyor in West Virginia and Ohio.

Graduates of the Land Surveying associate degree program are eligible to take the Fundamental of Surveying examination and upon successful completion, they obtain the status of surveyor intern. The curriculum is approved by the West Virginia Board of Examiners of Land Surveyors and the degree provides two of the six years required for licensure.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    At least a 2.0 high school GPA and an ACT* composite score of 18 or at least a 3.0 high school GPA, regardless of ACT composite score; SAT I (before January 2016) composite score of 870 and SAT II (after January 2016) composite score of 960.

    Required Curricular Units (International student requirements may vary)

    • English – Four units, including courses in grammar, composition, and literature
    • Social Studies – Three units, including U.S. history
    • Mathematics – Four units (three units must be algebra I and higher)
    • Science – Three units; all courses to be college preparatory lab science, preferably including units from biology, chemistry, and physics
    • Arts – One unit
    • Foreign Language – Two units (two courses of the same foreign language)

    *SAT I scores may be substituted for ACT composite scores. SAT I scores will be converted to ACT equivalents

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on September 03, 2026