Program Overview
Graduate Programs in Geospatial Intelligence provide workforce-focused training in cutting-edge topics in geospatial intelligence, geographic information science, remote sensing, and data science in the big data era to a new population seeking employment and skills in the defense and security industry.
Master of Science in Geospatial Intelligence
Provides workforce-focused training to respond to a rapidly shifting landscape of applied problem-sets, analysis schemes, big and growing data-sets, and software platforms that characterize today’s geospatial intelligence.
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Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Intelligence
Covers spatial analysis, remote sensing, big data analytics, geo-visualization, programming in web and mobile GIS, and geospatial intelligence in various fields.
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Offered through the Department of Geographical Sciences in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the programs provide technical training that gives graduates the skills and expertise to lead new initiatives in the rapidly shifting landscape of GEOINT applications, data collection systems, analytic methods, and mission support.
The Geospatial Intelligence Master's and graduate certificate programs are available in-person and 100% online. Designed for working professionals, students can earn a University of Maryland degree while continuing to work full-time with minimal disruption to personal and professional life. Full-time or part-time study is welcomed.
Students who successfully complete requirements for a graduate certificate may apply these credits towards the Master of Science if the student applies and is admitted. Students with specific academic questions may contact Professor Ruibo Han via email: ruibo@umd.edu.
The Online M.S. in Geospatial Information Sciences (GIS) and M.S. in Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) programs in the Department of Geographical Sciences have earned the #2 spot in GISDegree.org's 2025 ranking of the best online Master’s programs in GIS and GEOINT.
The Department of Geographical Sciences has been ranked #1 in the US for Remote Sensing by Shanghai Ranking.