Environmental Studies Minor

On land, in the air, or in the water, we study the environment, its makeup and its challenges.

Students in water with a net and other equipment
Students in water with a big net between them gathering research samples
Students in the woods examining wildlife

What You’ll Learn

You’ll get a variety of scientific, social, economic, political and literary perspectives on environmental issues.

Our minor helps you develop a broader understanding of our impact on the world around us, which will help you bring that perspective into the workforce.

  • Curriculum

    Our curriculum is designed for non-science majors. You will take classes in a variety of subjects, including environmental science, anthropology, chemistry, history and sociology. Science majors wishing to declare a minor may want to explore the environmental science minor.

    Curriculum & Learning Outcomes

  • Admission Requirements

    We recommend submitting first-year applications in October or early November. We decide your admission once you complete your application.

    Next Deadline for Transfer Students

    Fall Semester: August 1

    Undergraduate Admissions

  • Undergraduate Research

    Our students have the chance to work closely with professors in the field, both on land and in water.

    Watch our students in action

  • Career Outlook

    There is an ongoing demand for environmental scientists in industry, government, and nonprofit environmental organizations. Our graduates have gone on to work for the US Fish and Wildlife Service , US Army Corps of Engineers, US Geological Survey , National Weather Service, US National Park Service , NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, prestigious graduate schools and major corporations.

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I really enjoy the welcoming atmosphere that the faculty and staff provides the students. They always make themselves available to help and are very supportive, no matter what it is you want to study.

— Oscar Pecca-Perez, ‘17

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