Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Chandler – Gilbert Community College instructs students on the application of biological, chemical, and physical principles related to the study and focus of the solution of environmental issues, such as abating and controlling environmental pollution and degradation, natural resources management, and the effects human society has on the natural environment. Students who graduate the environmental science degree program will have gained instruction in courses such as biology, chemistry, physics, geosciences, climatology, statistics, and mathematical modeling. Get more details below including other Arizona colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Chandler – Gilbert Community College

18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ

Founded in 1985, the Chandler-Gilbert Community College is located in Chandler, Arizona and serves the Southeast Valley in Phoenix, the Metropolitan Area and Sun Lakes. CGCC offers a wide array of degrees and certificates in different fields from aviation, health sciences, natural sciences, education, business and computing, fine arts and communications. Its vision is to empower local students and strengthen communities and this is the reason why CGCC is very focused in doing community outreach programs in Chandler.

As of July 1, 2013, students who wish to enroll in CGCC pay a general tuition rate of $81 non-inclusive of the other fees. However, for out-of-state enrollees,  a total of $322 per credit hours is the minimum amount of tuition fee rate. On the other hand, students who wish to transfer to other universities to earn a four-year degree; CGCC has a transfer center where students can be assisted to file for transfer at selected universities below:

• Arizona State University
• Northern Arizona University
• University of Arizona

Currently, CGCC has served more than 19,000 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as a member of the North Central Association in Arizona thereby assuring students that they offer  excellent learning experiences to everyone.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chandler – Gilbert Community College offers a less than one year certificate program in environmental science.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Description

Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, environmental scientists and specialists, including health employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
  • Total Employment: 950
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $62640

Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).