Environmental Science Degree

The environmental science degree program at Sonoma State 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 California colleges that offer environmental science degrees.

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Sonoma State University

Also known as Solano College

4000 Suisun Valley Rd, Fairfield, CA

SSU is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Rohnert Park, California, which is a predominantly suburban area. Enrollment at Sonoma State University is nearly 8,400 yearly.

Areas of study offered at Sonoma State University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Natural Resources And Conservation
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The most common standardized test scores among students admitted to this school are between 20 to 24 on the ACT, or 910 to 1130 on the SAT. This school has an acceptance rate of about 81 percent of which only 15 percent decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found by calling the school or by requesting information through this portal.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,500 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $6,100 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The SSU Seawolves participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Available sports offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at sonoma.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental Science Program

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

• Vallejo-Fairfield, CA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.73
  • Average Annual Salary: $78490

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).