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Major Overview for Paleontology

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Overview for Paleontology

A program that focuses on the scientific study of extinct life forms and associated fossil remains, and the reconstruction and analysis of ancient life forms, ecosystems, and geologic processes. Includes instruction in sedimentation and fossilization processes, fossil chemistry, evolutionary biology, paleoecology, paleoclimatology, trace fossils, micropaleontology, invertebrate paleontology, vertebrate paleontology, paleobotany, field research methods, and laboratory research and conservation methods.

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Colleges Offering a Major in Paleontology

Top 1 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Paleontology among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
1
(0.0%)
Minimally Selective$12,400
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.