Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at New England 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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New England College (NEC)

79-6 South River Road, Bedford, NH

New England College is a nonprofit private institution located in Henniker, NH and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Over 2,000 students enroll at New England College per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs New England College offers:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. New England College accepts roughly 80% of students applying. Of those students admitted, about 18% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at nec.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $33,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. The price of on-campus housing is approximately $6,100 annually. New England College may provide financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for New England College is the "Pilgrims", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

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

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).