Summer Field

Summer Field 2025

GEL 110A — Summer Field Geology: Structures & Neotectonics (4 units)
Offered in even-numbered years.

GEL 110B — Summer Field Geology: Volcanology (4 units)
Course Description: Advanced application of geologic field methods to the study of volcanic and plutonic rocks and their interpretation in terms of igneous processes. Includes development and interpretation of geologic maps, cross sections, stratigraphic sections, and outcrop scale observations. Six days/week for three weeks in an off-campus location.
Prerequisite(s): GEL 105; GEL 109
Instructor: Cooper
Dates: Summer Special Session, July 11 – 31, 2025 
Location: TBD
Fees: In addition to the per unit Course Fee and Summer Campus Fee, this course has a program fee to partially cover transportation, lodging, and most meals while in the field. Health insurance is not included in this program fee.
Fees for UC Undergraduate Students*:
    Course fee: $279 per unit
    Summer Campus fee: $403.90 per session
    Program fee: generously covered by gifts from the Moores family
    Total Fees Charged to UC Undergraduate Students: $1,519.9
    *Higher unit-based fees are charged to non-UC students.
For refund information and last day to drop for a full refund, see Summer Session


Some or all instruction for all or part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and mandatory fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.

last updated 4/17/2025

 

Past Summer Field courses

  • Summer Field 2023 
  • GEL 110A | Summer Field Geology: Structures & Neotectonics
    CRN: 60290
    Dates: Summer Special Session, June 19 - July 7, 2023 
    Location: Lassen Volcanic National Park
    Units: 4
    Course Description: Advanced application of geologic field methods to the study of deformed rocks and their interpretation in terms of tectonic processes. Includes development and interpretation of geologic maps, cross sections and stratigraphic sections. Six days/week for three weeks in an off-campus location.
    Prerequisite: GEL 060; GEL 103; GEL 109
    Instructor: Oskin
    Fees: In addition to the per unit Course Fee and Summer Campus Fee, this course has a program fee to partially cover transportation, lodging, and dinners while in the field. Health insurance is not included in this program fee.
    Fees for UC Undergraduate Students*:
        Course fee: $1,116 ($279 per unit x 4 units)
        Summer Campus fee: $373.19
        Program fee:  $600
        Total Fees Charged to UC Undergraduate Students: $2,089.19

        *Higher unit-based fees are charged to non-UC students: $357 per unit X 4 units. Total fees charged to non-UC students is $TBD.
    For refund information, see Summer Session
     

    Summer 2023 | Undergraduate
    GEL 110B | Summer Field Geology: Volcanology and Petrology
    CRN: 60291
    Dates: Summer Special Session, July 9 – July 29, 2023 (July 9th and 29th are travel days)
    Location: White Mountain Research Station, Bishop, CA
    Units: 4
    Course Description: Advanced application of geologic field methods to the study of volcanic and plutonic rocks and their interpretation in terms of igneous processes. Includes development and interpretation of geologic maps, cross sections, stratigraphic sections, and outcrop scale observations. Six days/week for three weeks in an off-campus location.
    Prerequisite: GEL 105; GEL 109
    Instructor: Ratschbacher
    Fees: In addition to the per unit Course Fee and Summer Campus Fee, this course has a program fee to partially cover transportation, lodging, and most meals while in the field. Health insurance is not included in this program fee.
    Fees for UC Undergraduate Students*:
        Course fee: $1,116 ($279 per unit x 4 units)
        Summer Campus fee: $373.19
        Program fee: $600
        Total Fees Charged to UC Undergraduate Students: $2,089.19
     
        *Higher unit-based fees are charged to non-UC students: $357 per unit X 4 units. Total fees charged to non-UC students is $TBD.
    For refund information, see Summer Sessions.


    Some or all instruction for all or part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and mandatory fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.

  • Summer Field 2024 
  • GEL 110A — Summer Field Geology: Structures & Neotectonics (4 units)
    Course Description: Advanced application of geologic field methods to the study of deformed rocks and their interpretation in terms of tectonic processes. Includes development and interpretation of geologic maps, cross sections and stratigraphic sections. Six days/week for three weeks in an off-campus location.
    Prerequisite(s): GEL 103; GEL 060 recommended.
    Instructor: Oskin
    Dates: Summer Special Session, June 17 - July 6, 2024 
    Location: Lassen
    Fees: In addition to the per unit Course Fee and Summer Campus Fee, this course has a program fee to partially cover transportation, lodging, and dinners while in the field. Health insurance is not included in this program fee.
    Fees for UC Undergraduate Students*:
        Course fee: $279 per unit
        Summer Campus fee: $388.81 per session
        Program fee: $600
        Total Fees Charged to UC Undergraduate Students: $2,104.81
        *Higher unit-based fees are charged to non-UC students.
    For refund information and last day to drop for a full refund, see Summer Session

    GEL 110B — Summer Field Geology: Volcanology (4 units)
    Course Description: Advanced application of geologic field methods to the study of volcanic and plutonic rocks and their interpretation in terms of igneous processes. Includes development and interpretation of geologic maps, cross sections, stratigraphic sections, and outcrop scale observations. Six days/week for three weeks in an off-campus location.
    Prerequisite(s): GEL 105; GEL 109
    Instructor: Cooper
    Dates: Summer Special Session, July 12 – August 2, 2024 
    Location: White Mountain Research Station
    Fees: In addition to the per unit Course Fee and Summer Campus Fee, this course has a program fee to partially cover transportation, lodging, and most meals while in the field. Health insurance is not included in this program fee.
    Fees for UC Undergraduate Students*:
        Course fee: $279 per unit
        Summer Campus fee: $388.81 per session
        Program fee: $600
        Total Fees Charged to UC Undergraduate Students: $2,104.81
        *Higher unit-based fees are charged to non-UC students.
    For refund information and last day to drop for a full refund, see Summer Session


    Some or all instruction for all or part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and mandatory fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.

    last updated 5/3/2024