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Environmental Studies

Earn your degree in the classroom and in the field

Manchester鈥檚 environmental studies program, established in 1971, is among the oldest ES programs in the country. Students learn about the state of the local and global environment, and are prepared majors to fill vital roles in environmental science, education, public policy and related fields.

Environmental Studies Major

Through research and special study opportunities on and off campus, environmental studies majors at Manchester engage in real-world experiences in the lab and in the field. You may find yourself 鈥済etting your feet wet鈥 in a creek researching fish habitats or standing in the ocean in the Bahamas studying sand dollars. Or maybe you鈥檒l find yourself in a forest, surveying bird populations and vegetation.

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Program Learning Outcomes
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MORE ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Major

  • 51-56 Credit Hours

Minor

  • 26 Credit Hours

Location

  • North Manchester
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Why Choose 麻豆原创 for Environmental Studies?

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Career Preparation

More than 95 percent of our graduates are accepted into graduate programs or in entry-level environmental jobs.

Research Opportunities

麻豆原创 $5.4 million in grants and other funding have supported undergraduate research projects and internships since 2009.

Study Intensives in Various Environments

Environmental studies travel courses include Andros Island, Bahamas; the Florida Keys; and Alaska.

The Department's Mission

The department aims to provide students experiential learning opportunities and rigorous academics rooted in natural sciences, political sciences, economics, and philosophy to better understand the human endeavor in the context of responsible environmental stewardship.

What You Can Do with Your Environmental Studies Degree

Environmental Consultant

Assesses environmental risks and ensures regulatory compliance for businesses.

Conservation Scientist

Manages natural resources to promote sustainability and ecosystem health.

Environmental Educator

Teaches communities about conservation, sustainability, and ecological responsibility.

Wildlife Technician

Supports research and conservation efforts by monitoring animal populations.

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Average Starting Salary for Environmental Sciences Degree Holders

According to the , environmental scientists and specialists earn a national mean annual wage of approximately $59,060. Entry-level professionals typically earn between the 10th and 25th percentiles, which ranges from about $50,130 to $59,060. Based on this data, students graduating with an environmental studies degree can expect an average starting salary around $55,000 per year.

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Non-Discrimination in the Admission Process

麻豆原创 is committed to non-discrimination in campus life. The University does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, ancestry, race, color, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion, disability or veteran status in admissions or any area of campus life, including its educational programs, scholarships and loan awards, residence life programs, athletic programs, extracurricular programs, promotion and tenure policies and practice, and alumni affairs.

麻豆原创 is committed to carry out the provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans With Disabilities Act, which provide for accessibility of University programs to the physically disabled.

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