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ACCEPTANCE RATE

85.79%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

81%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

22:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

6

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$8,460

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at California State University – Channel Islands 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 Nevada colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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California State University – Channel Islands

Also known as CSU Channel Islands

1125 Nevada State Drive, Henderson, NV

California State University - Channel Islands is a public school that has a large selection of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Camarillo, California, in a predominantly rural area. Around three thousand students enroll at California State University - Channel Islands per year.

Students may select from many areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Visual And Performing Arts
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to CI. Scores within the range of 16 - 22 on the ACT or 870 - 1080 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. CI admits around 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 16 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at csuci.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $9,500. Students attending CI may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

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

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CSU Channel Islands offers a bachelor's degree program in environmental science.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male17
Female23

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian3
Hispanic17
White19
Multiple Races1

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

Students who have completed the Environmental Science program at California State University – Channel Islands, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

  • Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
    • Total Employment: 260
    • Average Hourly Rate: $36.19
    • Average Annual Salary: $75260

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates CSU Channel Islands accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, California State University – Channel Islands may offer services to students like:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation