Dr. Terry Swanson

Professor

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Biography

Terry Swanson is a teaching professor and geologist at the University of Washington, dedicated to making the teaching of geology accessible and exciting for anyone, regardless of age or background in the sciences. He has a passion for bringing geological material to life, which has earned him numerous teaching awards from the University of Washington. For the past 20 years, he has been involved in NSF-sponsored efforts to develop curricula for K-6 and K-12 students, extending his teaching impact beyond the university level. His research interests primarily focus on Quaternary geology, contributing valuable insights into the geological processes that have shaped our present environment.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.