Environmental Science
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Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science
Versatile and interdisciplinary, a degree in environmental science gives you tools from multiple disciplines and departments to create a program that fits your individual career goals
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in environmental science are prepared for careers in environmental compliance, natural resources management, environmental health and safety, and for graduate and professional programs.
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Program Highlights
Discover Your Future in Environmental Science at S&T
At Missouri S&T, environmental science is about more than studying the world—it’s about improving it. Our interdisciplinary, high-impact program combines science, engineering, policy, and hands-on experience to prepare students to tackle real environmental challenges and build rewarding careers.
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Your path to a sustainable future starts here.
- Total Credit Hours: 120 across 3 colleges and 6 disciplines
- Experiential Learning: Fieldwork, laboratory courses, internships, cooperative education, and volunteer opportunities
- Capstone Experience: Students produce a comprehensive environmental report for an external client
- Career Preparation: Curriculum meets requirements for entry-level roles in industry, federal agencies, and state government
- Graduate Study Preparation: Suitable foundation for graduate programs in environmental science, sustainability, natural resources, forestry, or ecology
Missouri S&T’s location in Rolla places students within reach of abundant natural resources and environmental industries such as mining, forestry, and outdoor recreation. The university maintains strong relationships with employers and hosts bi-annual career fairs, providing extensive opportunities for students to gain practical experience. Faculty affiliated with the program also support students with research opportunities, mentorship, and connections to government and industry partners.
While there is no formal accreditation or licensure requirement for environmental scientists, certification is available through the Ecological Society of America and other professional organizations. With the required professional experience, this program provides the academic preparation needed for those certifications.
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Your Career in Environmental Science
The future is bright for Environmental Science majors! Environmental scientists are in high demand, driven by growing public awareness of climate change, environmental health, and the need to protect our natural resources as communities continue to grow. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, careers in environmental science are projected to grow by 8% over the next decade—well above the national average (5%) and ahead of related fields like wildlife biology (5%), chemistry (4%), and geoscience (6%).
Environmental Science graduates don’t just have one career path—they have many. While state and local government agencies and environmental consulting firms employ large numbers of environmental scientists, our graduates are also well-prepared for a wide range of exciting roles. With the strong, hands-on foundation offered by our Environmental Science degree, students meet the educational requirements for careers such as wetlands biologist, ecological or biological science technician, natural resources manager, land steward, conservation specialist, forestry technician,and environmental educator across private industry, nonprofit organizations, and federal and state agencies.
Whether you dream of restoring ecosystems, protecting wildlife, improving environmental policy, or inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards, an Environmental Science degree creates a powerful launchpad. Many of our students also continue on to graduate school and professional programs to further specialize and expand their impact.
If you’re passionate about protecting the planet, this degree can take you exactly where you want to go—while opening doors you haven’t even imagined yet.
$71,360
Average salary for environmental scientists and specialists,
according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
8%
Projected growth in demand for environmental scientists,
according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
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For questions, comments, or for more information about our degree and the exciting opportunities that this program offers, e-mail us at envsci@mst.edu.