Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Walsh 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 Ohio colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Walsh University

11724 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH

Walsh University is a nonprofit private institution located in North Canton, OH and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at Walsh College is nearly two thousand yearly.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Walsh College. Scores between 20 to 24 on the ACT or 930 to 1130 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. An estimated 80% of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 40% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $26,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their costs. Student housing is available for students and costs about $6,300 annually. Students attending this school may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Walsh College through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.walsh.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.55
  • Average Annual Salary: $65630

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).