School of Geosciences
Phone: (405) 325-3255
Email: rfay@ou.edu
Website: geology.ou.edu
Paleontologists discover the secrets buried in ancient plant life and dinosaur bones. Students in OU's Paleontology program in the ConocoPhillips School of Geology and Geophysics take courses to prepare them to conduct digs as well as give them the background necessary to analyze the data they gather. OU Paleontology students work in the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History in the collections and labs to gain hands-on experience. Students typically explore their own research interests and complete research projects with the curators at the museum.
Paleontology students typically have interests in:
High school preparation should include science and math courses, especially geographic sciences.
Graduates from OU's School of Geosciences in the Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy are among the most highly recruited students in the energy industry, and 98 percent of graduating seniors are placed in full-time positions or choose to continue onto graduate school. With some of the highest starting salaries in the nation, we prepare students for success in their professional careers by instilling knowledge, skills, confidence, pride, principled leadership, and the ability to contribute to the wise stewardship of the earth and its resources. Curriculum is taught by exceptional faculty with the finest equipment and highly focused on providing hands-on learning through labs and field trips.
Paleontology courses include:
Palentology students have the opportunity to study abroad through a variety of programs:
There are numerous clubs’ paleontology students can be a part of. Check them out:
For more information about other student organizations please visit OU ENGAGE.
Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics website to explore the median pay for jobs you can pursue with this degree.
School of Geosciences
Phone: (405) 325-3255
Email: rfay@ou.edu
Website: geology.ou.edu
