Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Carnegie Mellon University 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Carnegie Mellon University

Also known as Carnegie Mellon; CMU

3333 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

Carnegie Mellon University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. Around 11,000 students enroll at Carnegie Mellon University yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Carnegie Mellon University offers:

• Computer And Information Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Engineering
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score within the range of 1950 - 2250, or an ACT composite score in a range of 29 - 33. Carnegie Mellon University admits roughly 30 percent of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 29 percent of students attended the school. More information on admissions can be found at my.cmu.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $48,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $7,200. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Carnegie Mellon University is the "Tartans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at www.cmu.edu/.

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 660
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $79890

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).