Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Flagler College – St Augustine 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 Florida colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Flagler College – St Augustine (Flagler)

501 W State St, Jacksonville, FL

Flagler is a nonprofit private institution located in Saint Augustine, FL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Around 2,800 students enroll at Flagler annually.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 22 to 26 on the ACT or 1560 to 1760 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for admission. Flagler has an admissions rate of 40 percent of which only 42 percent chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found through the school's site or by requesting information here.

The cost of tuition is close to $16,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $4,300. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Flagler College - St Augustine through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the school's flagler.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Flagler 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

• Jacksonville, FL
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $57320

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).