Bachelor of Science in Meteorology
The Bachelor of Science in Meteorology in the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering prepares students for successful and impactful careers in the diverse fields of weather science, forecasting and atmospheric conservation, and for advanced degrees in pursuit of researcher or educator positions. UIW offers the only B.S. Meteorology and Broadcast Meteorology program in San Antonio and throughout South Texas.
An understanding of weather and our atmosphere is critical to nearly every industry and to every person, and how they plan their futures. From aerospace to land and business development to transportation and trade, an enormous array of enterprises depend on meteorologists to provide the forecasts, climate analysis and air quality information they need to operate and grow. What’s more, as our climate changes and severe weather becomes more common, meteorologists become more essential to preserving quality of life on our planet.
The B.S. in Meteorology is a 132-hour interdisciplinary degree program that offers a comprehensive education that prepares students for entering a wide variety of professional careers as well as graduate programs in weather modeling and forecasting, air pollution studies, broadcast meteorology, hydrology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications in meteorology, and education.
The Meteorology program philosophy seeks to develop in the student an appreciation of the Earth's fragile atmosphere through education and understanding of the Earth's atmosphere. Students learn to critically analyze and evaluate the interactions of the atmosphere with the oceans and biosphere; and recognize the problems and issues of local and regional air pollution, the profound implications and long-term effects of global warming on the planet, the effects of severe weather, as well as the long-term effects human impact on weather and climate. Students can also expect to research, model and investigate global weather events and their causes and impacts.
Meteorology courses taken in these majors are applicable toward partially fulfilling the academic requirements to earn the AMS or NWA Seal of Approval.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 28
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
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The University of the Incarnate Word is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or veteran status.
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Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Conditional Admission
The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) works with UNAM - San Antonio as an Intensive English Program provider. Students may apply for conditional admission without English proficiency scores. Here is the process:
- Submit completed international application packet to UIW International Admissions Office.
- Upon conditional admission, UIW International Admissions will contact student to complete the UNAM - San Antonio application.
- UNAM - San Antonio will issue the Form I-20 for intensive English courses only to conditionally admitted students.
- Conditionally admitted student will receive an acceptance packet from UIW with conditional admission offer, UNAM - San Antonio acceptance letter and the Form I-20.
Students applying for conditional admission are eligible for the August, January and July semesters. Any student that is interested in starting ESL courses in between these start dates must apply directly to UNAM - San Antonio
Benefits of Applying to UIW for Conditional Admission
Students that need conditional admission are encouraged to apply directly to UIW to complete the application process and get the Form I-20. With conditional admission to UIW, students are required to participate in UIW's International Orientation at the beginning of each semester, have access to UIW dormitories, events, and the support of the International Student & Scholar Services Office. Access to this provides conditionally admitted students with opportunities to meet university students, experience campus life, participate in international events and practice their English skills.
English Proficiency
- TOEFL iBT – 79 undergraduate; 83 graduate
- IELTS – 6.5 overall band score (undergraduate and graduate)
- TOEIC – 650 undergraduate; 700 graduate
- CAE (Cambridge Advanced) – C1
- PTE Academic (Pearson’s) – 53 undergraduate; 56 graduate
- SAT Evidence-Based Reading/Writing Score of 560 or higher – undergraduate only
- Completion of UNAM – San Antonio’s Academic Preparation Course with TOEFL equivalencies on exit exam
- Duolingo English Test - 105 undergraduate; 110 graduate
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
129760 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: N/A
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