Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Young Harris 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 Georgia colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Young Harris College (YHC)

1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA

Young Harris College is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Young Harris, Georgia, in a predominantly rural area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the small student body, approximately 820 students, maintained by Young Harris College.

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

• Liberal Arts
• Biology
• Business Administration
• English

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students at this school scored between 1330 to 1648 on the SAT. Approximately 60% of all students that applied were accepted at YHC, with 29% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $23,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $3,700 per year. Some students at YHC may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The YHC "Mountain Lions" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Golf
• Soccer

Students may visit the school's http://www.yhc.edu to see additional information.

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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $60410

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).