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Master of Science in Environmental Science

The MS in Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary STEM degree preparing students with broad, in-demand skills. Such skills include data science, biometry, geographic information systems, ecosystem management, environmental chemistry, toxicology, and conservation biology. Students will utilize these skills to make a positive impact on the environment.

A distinguishing feature of this program is the strong emphasis on quantitative skills and data science. To that end, all students are required to complete a 6-credit research project applying the principles of experimental design, hypothesis testing, and analysis.

All courses are taught by highly qualified faculty who are practitioners in the field.

Program Competencies:

In addition to the University’s graduation competencies, students will:

1. Apply the scientific method to answer environmental science questions;
2.  Utilize theory, law, and scientific principles to analyze environmental issues;
3. Appraise ethical considerations inherent to environmental issues;
4. Assess environmental science issues and propose evidence-based solutions;
5. Analyze qualitative and quantitative data science data to address environmental issues;
6. Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.

Environmental Science Requirements (36 credits)

Data Science Core Courses

Biometry

Geographic Information Systems

Data Science

Environmental Science Capstone Courses

ENV Masters Project

ENV Masters Project II

Environmental Science Core Courses

Soil Biology

Conservation Biology

Restoration Ecology

Environmental Chemistry

Ecosystems Management

Environmental Geology

Environmental Toxicology

This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 202 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.