Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at New Jersey Institute of Technology 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 New Jersey colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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New Jersey Institute of Technology

5518 Bergenline Ave, West New York, NJ

New Jersey Institute of Technology is a public university that has a large selection of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Newark, NJ, in a predominantly urban area. Around 8,900 students enroll at NJIT per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Engineering Technology
• Architecture
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Most students at New Jersey Institute of Technology scored in a range of 1010 - 1230 on the SAT. Approximately 69% of applicants are admitted to this school of which 36 percent choose to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $15,000, while nonresidents pay $28,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $8,800 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The New Jersey Institute of Technology "Highlanders" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Fencing (NCAA Division I-AAA)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at njit.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. New Jersey Institute of Technology has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 540
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $70430
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 920
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $102350

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).