Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Nevada State 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 Virginia colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Nevada State College (NSC)

1920 Centerville Turnpike, Suite 114, Virginia Beach, VA

Nevada State College, a public institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Henderson, Nevada, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Nevada State College has a yearly student enrollment of approximately three thousand.

Students can choose from many areas of study, including:

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

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. 66% of those who apply are admitted to this school, of which 36% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at nsc.nevada.edu.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $4,400 and out-of-state residents pay $15,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students can take a look at the school's nsc.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

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

• Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC
  • Total Employment: 340
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $76540

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).