Anyone can make a beautiful map.

This favorite massive open online course (MOOC) is back. Learn the art of cartography and discover how to create beautiful maps using ArcGIS. With coaching from accomplished cartographers and practical, hands-on exercises, you'll become a smarter mapmaker, ready to go beyond the defaults and produce engaging maps that communicate with impact.

This course includes no-cost access to software, step-by-step exercises, expert videos, and a discussion forum to interact with peers from around the world.

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Registration closes September 10, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific time).

Course Details

Duration: 6 weeks (2-3 hours of study per week)
Cost: $0 (Free! This includes ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online access)
When: August 27 - October 8, 2025

Goals

• Learn the cartographer's craft from experienced professionals.
• Apply the latest ArcGIS Pro 2D and 3D map design tools.
• Author beautiful, effective information products and publish them online.
• Acquire valuable GIS mapping skills that employers seek.

Register by Sept. 10, 2025 →