Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Stonehill 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Stonehill College

Also known as UMass Dartmouth

285 Old Westport Rd, North Dartmouth, MA

Stonehill College provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Easton, MA and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Stonehill College has an annual student enrollment of over 2,600.

Areas of study offered at Stonehill College include:

• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Most common scores among applicants admitted to this school are in the range of 25 to 29 for the ACT exam, or 1110 to 1290 on the SAT exam. This school accepts around 70 percent of applicants annually. Of those students accepted, around 12 percent of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $37,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The cost of on-campus housing is around $8,600 per year. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

Stonehill College has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the Stonehill College website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Stonehill College 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).