Stevenson University

What you'll study

Coursework balances theoretical understanding and practical skills. Typical study areas include:

• Foundational sciences — biology, chemistry and earth science principles that underpin environmental processes.
• Field methods and laboratory techniques — sampling, surveying, analytical chemistry, and data quality practices.
• Environmental systems and processes — ecology, hydrology, soil science and biogeochemical cycles.
• Pollution and remediation — sources and fate of contaminants, monitoring approaches and basic remediation strategies.
• Environmental policy and ethics — regulatory frameworks, environmental law basics, risk assessment and stakeholder communication.
• Capstone/experiential components — field projects, internships, or research that synthesize technical skills with applied problem solving.

Entry requirements

Applicants are typically admitted through the university’s undergraduate process. Successful candidates have a solid secondary-school background in mathematics and laboratory sciences, and show readiness for quantitative and field-based work. Placement or prerequisite courses may be required if applicants lack specific science preparation. Transfer students often submit transcripts and may receive credit for prior college-level science coursework.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles in environmental consulting, field and laboratory technician positions, natural resource management, regulatory agencies, non-profit conservation organizations, and environmental education. With additional credentials or graduate study, alumni can move into specialist fields such as environmental chemistry, hydrology, remediation design or environmental policy and planning.

Scholarships & funding angle

Prospective students should explore institutional scholarships awarded by merit or need, departmental awards for science majors, and external funding from environmental foundations and government internship programs. Undergraduate research or internship placements may provide stipends or tuition offsets; students are advised to contact the department and financial aid office early to identify applicable opportunities.