Book excerpt: Designed for college and university departments and students, this guide provides a comprehensive listing of current graduate programs in geography in the United States and Canada. Following an explanation of the guide format, 146 of the total 169 graduate departments of geography are listed alphabetically under sections for each country. Information is provided on degrees offered, number of degrees granted, number of students currently enrolled, programs and research facilities, admission requirements, and financial aid. Names are given for department heads, contact person, and staff. Titles of recently completed doctoral dissertations and masters' theses are provided. Supplemental material includes a staff directory, geographical index, and a list of graduate departments not covered in the guide. (LP)