Environmental Health Degree

The environmental health program at Roger Williams University prepares students for careers as program managers in state and federal health agencies and non-profit agencies. The program focuses on application of environmental sciences, public health, the biomedical sciences, and environmental toxicology to the study of environmental factors affecting human health and related ecological issues. Program courses include: epidemiology, biostatistics, toxicology, public policy analysis, risk assessment, communications, environmental law, food protection, solid and hazardous waste management, water quality, and housing quality. Get more details below including other Rhode Island colleges that offer environmental health degrees.

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Roger Williams University (RISD)

2 College St, Providence, RI

RWU is a nonprofit private institution located in Bristol, RI and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. RWU has a yearly student enrollment of approximately four thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs RWU offers:

• Security And Protective Services
• Communications And Journalism
• Architecture
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Roger Williams University. A score within the range of 1005 - 1190 on the SAT, or 22 - 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 78% of those who apply are admitted to RWU, of which 17 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at rwu.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $34,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $7,800. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Roger Williams University "Hawks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Career Options for Graduates

Epidemiologists

Description

Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, or health outcomes. May develop the means for prevention and control.

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.

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).