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Environmental Science Degree
The environmental science degree program at Jackson 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 Michigan colleges that offer environmental science degrees.
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Jackson College
100 E. 8th Street, Suite 260, Holland, MI
Currently known as Jackson College or JC, Jackson Community College began as a junior college in the late 1920's. Its establishment as a community college occurred in the 1960's, influenced by the increasing need to accommodate higher enrollment rates and provide more programs. The JC main campus now occupies at least 500 acres in the city of Jackson. Off-campus sites are located in the cities of Adrian (JC @ LISD TECH) and Hillsdale (Clyde E. LeTarte Center), in addition to the Jackson Flight Center and the North Campus - both in Jackson, MI as well.
JC offered an additional two bachelor degree programs in mid-2013, prompting the name change from “Community College” to just “College”. Academic degrees and certifications may be obtained via courses under the following fields (as listed on their website):
- Health Sciences
- Human Services
- Arts & Communications
- Natural Resources & Agriscience
- Business, Management, Marketing & Technology
- Engineering/Manufacturing & Technology
Of around 7,000 members of the student population, some are pursuing either continuing education, skills training, personal enrichment, and other similar programs. Online learners have a diverse catalog of courses to choose from too; such as, classes in Accounting, Business Writing, Teaching and Education, Database Management, Computer Programming, among others. Youth-oriented activities during the summer are also available via the Kids College Program which has its own set of scholarship grants.
The Jets are at the heart of sports and athletics in JC. They train and compete in various men's and women's events for basketball, baseball, golf, volleyball, cross country, and soccer.
Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Jackson College has offered the following programs for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
| Associate's Degree | 5 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 3 |
| Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
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
Students who have completed the Environmental Science program at Jackson College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Grand Rapids-Wyoming, MI
- Total Employment: 170
- Average Hourly Rate: $28.46
- Average Annual Salary: $59200
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Jackson College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Jackson College may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Jackson College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Bowling