Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Fresno Pacific 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 California colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Fresno Pacific University

1101 E. University Ave, Fresno, CA

Fresno Pacific University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fresno, CA, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Mennonite Brethren Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Fresno Pacific University has an annual student enrollment of nearly 3,400.

Areas of study offered at Fresno Pacific University include:

• Education
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score in a range of 1330 to 1640 on the SAT, or 18 to 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 45% of those students that apply are admitted to Fresno Pacific University, of which 86% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at fresno.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $27,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Some students at Fresno Pacific University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The Fresno Pacific University "Sunbirds" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students should visit the Fresno Pacific University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

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

• Fresno, CA
  • Total Employment: 400
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $74070

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).