Certificate in Hydrology

Our students become well prepared to meet the needs of our 21st-century society by minimizing the impact of human activities on available water resources.

The undergraduate certificate in hydrology is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in hydrologic sciences and their implications for water quality and access. This program is ideal for geography students interested in careers in water management, consulting and other water-related jobs.

  • Learn how to analyze and interpret hydrologic data in a meaningful way.
  • Be prepared for water management and consulting jobs.
  • Gain the skills needed to solve problems related to water quality and availability.

No geography department in the U.S. receives as much external research funding as CU Boulder’s.

92% of alumni report being satisfied or very satisfied with their jobs.

CU Boulder’s geography department is ranked among the top 20 programs in the world.

(Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, 2022)

Be successful.

Be prepared to play a critical role in managing one of the most valuable resources on Earth.

 
$84,030

median salary for hydrologists

(Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2021)

 

Federal, state and local governments, industrial companies, consulting agencies, and engineering firms are common employers for hydrologists

 

Colorado has the third-highest employment level of hydrologists

(Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022)

Academic Plan & Requirements

The undergraduate certificate in hydrology is open to students who have completed courses in introduction to hydrology, and statistics and geographic data.

The program requires three courses offered by the geography department and three courses outside of the geography department.

Community & Involvement

We offer students many opportunities to network with peers and faculty, further their studies, and get the most out of their undergraduate experience.

Some opportunities include: