Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Doane University – Crete 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 Nebraska colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Doane University – Crete

2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE

Doane University- Crete is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Crete, NE, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 1000 students are enrolled annually at Doane University- Crete.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts
• History
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to Doane University- Crete score in a range of 20 to 26 on the ACT. This school has an admissions rate of around 83 percent of which only 27 percent chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at doane.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $26,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,000 annually. Some students at Doane University- Crete may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Doane University- Crete through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students can visit the Doane University - Crete website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Doane University – Crete offers a bachelor's degree 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

• Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA
  • Total Employment: 160
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $56340

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).