Fundamentals of Geology (FG) Exam
Although it is recommended that you take the Fundamentals of Geology (FG) exam soon after college graduation, you may take it on any given test date. No work experience is required to take FG exam.
How to Apply to Sit for the ASBOG FG Exam
If you are taking only the ASBOG FG portion, submit:
- received a degree in geology, or
- completed 30 credit hours of geology or its sub-disciplines, of which 24 credits are third- or fourth-year courses or graduate courses.
After the Board has reviewed and approved the application, you will be notified in writing of the approval to sit for the exam. The notification will request the examination fee. See Fee Schedule.
For detailed information about the ASBOG exams, visit www.asbog.org.
The examination will be held in the Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Blvd, Dover, Delaware. The examination is held two times per year. The 2009 and 2010 dates are below. It is important to submit your application and required documentation by the dates shown.
Final Date to Submit Application and Required Documentation |
Last Board Meeting Before Exam Date |
Examination Date |
November 20, 2008 |
December 5, 2008 |
March 6, 2009 |
July 23, 2009 |
August 7, 2009 |
October 2, 2009 |
November 19, 2009 |
December 4, 2009 |
March 5, 2010 |
July 22, 2010 |
August 6, 2010 |
October 1, 2010 |
The Board office will mail your exam scores approximately two months after the exam date.
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