Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Stevenson 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 Maryland colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Stevenson University

Also known as USNA, Navy, Annapolis

121 Blake Road, Annapolis, MD

Stevenson University is a nonprofit private institution located in Stevenson, Maryland and provides a large number of degree programs for students. SU has an annual student enrollment of over three thousand.

Areas of study offered at SU include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1300 - 1620 for the SAT exam and in a range of 17 - 22 on the ACT is common among students accepted to Stevenson University. This school admits about 60% of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, about 26% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found at stevenson.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $26,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $8,300. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.

SU has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

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

Students who wish to learn more about Stevenson University may take a look at their website at http://www.stevenson.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

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

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 830
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $78000

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).