GIS Professional Programs at UW–Madison proudly offers flexible learning options that combine best-in-class, world-renowned cartography and GIS curriculum with a strong focus on the newest technology in the field. Our programs welcome those who are new to the field and embrace working professionals looking to advance their capabilities.
Our Certificates & Degrees
Online GIS Fundamentals Certificate
Build a strong foundation for your GIS career by learning the core concepts of mapping, spatial analysis, and geocomputing.
Online Advanced GIS Certificate
Focus on the skills, concepts, and technologies that will make a difference in your career with our versatile curriculum.
Online Master of Science in Cartography & GIS – GIS Development
Become a confident GIS programmer and acquire the tools you need to become an expert and leader in the geospatial field.
Accelerated / Non-Thesis Master of Science in Cartography & GIS
Enjoy our world-class facilities and network in-person while strengthening your competence in GIS applications and cultivating your cartographic design portfolio.
"I found the classes to be a good mix of intense, technical work and hands-off, exploratory projects. Thanks to this variety, I am confident pursuing jobs in multiple sectors. "
Bryce Linden, Accelerated Master’s Graduate
News and Events
Student Spotlight | Mei Lin McKinney
Online fundamentals certificate program student Mei Lin McKinney is ready to climb into the GIS world. Find out what brought her to our certificate program and where she plans to go next!
Student Spotlight | America Freeman
Online fundamentals certificate program student America Freeman digs in to her fascinating career so far and shares where GIS will take her next.
Staff Spotlight | Janelle Greene
Meet the new Communications Specialist and learn about her favorite map(s)!
Map Chat with Brad Andrick | March 20
Our monthly speaker series, Map Chat, continues this semester with distinguished UW–Madison alum Brad Andrick! Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, March 20 at 11 a.m. central time. With a talk titled “Seeing Everything: Digital …
Map Chat with Ginny Mason | February 28
Our monthly speaker series, Map Chat, kicks off this semester with an exceptional guest: award winning cartographer (and UW–Madison alumna) Ginny Mason. Join us on February 28, 2024, at 12 p.m. Central Time via Zoom …
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