College of Applied & Technical Studies
Environmental Science
Watersheds, soils and environmental regulation, taught largely in the field.
About this program
Environmental Science covers water resources, soil science, ecology and environmental regulation, with a heavy field-work component — students spend regular lab sessions in the watershed and on partner land rather than exclusively indoors.
What you will be able to do
- Sample and analyze water, soil and air quality data
- Apply environmental regulation to real permitting scenarios
- Model watershed and ecosystem dynamics
- Complete a field-based capstone research project
Courses you will take
A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.
| Course | Title |
|---|---|
| ENVS 220 | Water Resources |
| ENVS 310 | Soil Science |
| ENVS 340 | Environmental Policy & Regulation |
| ENVS 460 | Field Capstone |
| General education & support courses | Title |
|---|---|
| CHEM 105 | General Chemistry |
| BIO 110 | Introduction to Biology |
| MATH 210 | Applied Statistics |
Where graduates go
- Environmental Scientist
- Water Resources Technician
- Environmental Compliance Specialist
- Sustainability Coordinator
Median starting salary for recent graduates: $58,900. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 91%.
DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeCATS
Median starting salary$58,900
Placement91%
Take the next step.
Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.