Program Overview
Transform your passion for the environment into a rewarding career with Youngstown State University’s Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science. Our environmental science degree program offers a dynamic platform for students interested in understanding and improving the world around us. As a YSU environmental science major, you’ll explore a wide range of pressing challenges, gaining the in-depth knowledge and skills to turn your curiosity into meaningful contributions.
Our environmental science degree program combines rigorous scientific study with practical application, emphasizing critical thinking and hands-on problem-solving. Through classroom instruction, lab work, and field experience, you’ll develop sought-after expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), environmental regulations, and data analysis. These experiences will equip you to address urgent issues like pollution, sustainability, and public health.
Environmental science is the study of how natural systems interact with human activity, focusing on the complex relationships that shape our world. It encompasses diverse topics such as climate change, pollution, ecosystem management, and resource conservation. By integrating biology, chemistry, geology, and policy, environmental science seeks to understand and solve the pressing environmental challenges of today and tomorrow.
Equal parts inspiring and demanding, YSU’s Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science degree program provides you with a comprehensive understanding of environmental processes, resources, and challenges. Our forward-thinking curriculum, developed with industry insights, ensures you’re well-prepared for diverse careers in environmental science.
Highlights of our environmental science program include:
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YSU’s Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science program provides a broad-based education with a specialized focus in critical areas. Industry-informed and forward-thinking, our environmental science courses cover essential topics like environmental chemistry, water quality analysis, air pollution, and soil quality. Hands-on learning, including lab work, field research, and internships, allows you to apply your knowledge to real-world issues.
Turn your passion into action and help shape a more sustainable future with Youngstown State University’s Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science. Our environmental science program is your gateway to a rewarding career, offering the hands-on experience and specialized skills you need to make a lasting impact on the environment and the communities you serve.
Youngstown State University awards thousands of dollars in scholarships annually to students in our College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. These STEM scholarships come from a variety of sources, vary in amount, and are available to both incoming and current students in our environmental science degree program.
The STEM community has a variety of student professional organizations that allow you to grow and foster your learning in an environment with those who share the same interests.
Student professional organizations provide opportunities for you to meet experienced professionals, collaborate with students at other universities, or form relationships with colleagues outside the classroom. They provide social, academic, entrepreneurial, and professional networking opportunities.
Nearly 11,000 students
Over $8 Million in Scholarships Given Annually
21 Average Class Size
5 University Residence Halls with plenty of nearby apartments
14:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Tuition and fees may vary by major, college, area of study or based on your location. The university reserves the right to assess fees for special services and programs applicable to students. First-time International undergraduate students’ tuition rate is established based on first enrollment and remains unchanged for four consecutive years. Graduate students should plan for a yearly tuition increase of approximately 5%.
For a complete list of additional fees and detailed tuition information please visit the University Bursar website here.
Cost of the most popular room and meal plan combination; Your cost will depend on the plans you select. Costs in the box cover the most popular room and meal plan combination (on-campus); If you choose to live off-campus, the estimated cost of room and meals will be around $12,000 based on 12 months.
Based on average books & supply costs
Health insurance is required for international students.
Estimate based on one academic year of study
9 Months – based on 12 – 18 credit hours
*Estimate
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Applicants must have graduated from high school or have successfully completed the General Education Development (GED) test to be considered for admission. Freshman applicants applying for admission to Youngstown State University must submit a high school transcript or GED transcript. Submission of American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) scores is optional. Please note: some majors require test scores to be admitted into the program.
Applicants must have a cumulative weighted high school grade point average of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher, a core unweighted grade point average* of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) or higher and have an ACT composite score of 17 or higher or a SAT composite score of 920 or higher (evidence-based writing and reading and math) to be admitted unconditionally. (*Core gpa is calculated based on grades earned in the following courses – English, mathematics, science, social science and foreign language, if applicable, from 9th through 12th grade).
Fall Application Deadline is
August 1
