Curriculum
Introduction
One of the primary functions of colleges and universities is to educate students. By training and educating future leaders, scholars, workers, and professionals; higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to understand and address sustainability challenges. Institutions that offer courses covering sustainability issues help equip their students to lead society to a sustainable future.
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Environmental Engineering (MS)
- Idaho State University (ID)
This program is designed to provide the student with advanced technical training in environmental engineering, with an emphasis on hazardous waste treatment and control. The program fills a need in …
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Environmental Science (BS)
- Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
One of the largest scientific challenges we face today is the health and well-being of our planet. The BS in Environmental Science tackles this challenge head-on by preparing students to …
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Natural Resources and Conservation (Concentation)
- Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
The concentration in Natural Resources and Conservation focuses on the conservation and management of natural resources and remediation of natural and human hazards. With a foundation in the natural and …
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Wildlife and Conservation Biology (Concentration)
- Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
This exciting and timely field of study prepares students for careers with private, state or federal agencies in a multitude of careers in wildlife ecology and conservation, climate science, restoration …
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Environmental Leadership, Social Entrepreneurship, and Sustainability (MA)
- Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
In this program, students learn how to pursue a step-by-step strategy for meeting the challenge of building sustainable human societies worldwide in ways relevant to professionals in business, government, and …
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Sustainability and Environmental Compliance (Concentration)
- Southern New Hampshire University (NH)
This program provides students with the opportunity to learn how to Effectively articulate thoughts and intentions in the sustainability and environmental compliance area by applying relevant standards and communication practices …
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Environmental Studies
- Fordham University (NY)
This major covers climate change, habitat loss, mass species extinction, natural capital degradation, environmental health, environmental justice, and building sustainable societies. Students study both science and the humanities with a …
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Environmental Science
- Fordham University (NY)
The Environmental Science undergraduate major at Fordham University is crafted to offer students a comprehensive interdisciplinary education that combines fundamental scientific knowledge with a broad selection of specialized electives. This …
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Sustainable Business (Minor)
- Fordham University (NY)
This minor incorporates business, social science, natural science, and building-design curricula. It can enhance a student's career opportunities in traditional business markets and in the emerging "green sector." Students who …
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Peace and Justice Studies (Minor)
- Fordham University (NY)
The peace and justice studies program focuses on conflict resolution as well as economic and environmental justice, race and culture, war and terrorism, criminal justice reform, and more.
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Ethics and Society (MA)
- Fordham University (NY)
This program will provide you with the tools for critical and compassionate engagement with the most pressing ethical issues. During these unprecendented times, our courses address issues of current ethical …
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Conservation Biology (Advanced Certificate)
- Fordham University (NY)
The advanced certificate in Conservation Biology at Fordham University is a specialized program designed for those looking to deepen their knowledge and skills in the conservation of biological diversity. This …
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Environmental Geography (BS)
- SUNY Buffalo State (NY)
Environmental Geography is a subfield in geography that explores human-environment interactions. The B.S. in Environmental Geography provides students with the opportunity to study how humans impact, manage, and conserve the …
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Environment and Society (Minor)
- SUNY Buffalo State (NY)
The Minor in Environment and Society offers students an opportunity for comprehensive interdisciplinary study of "human-environment" interactions, providing the skills to think holistically about environmental problems and solutions. The "core" …
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Environmental Science (Minor)
- SUNY Buffalo State (NY)
The environmental science minor is designed to provide a broad base of knowledge in the various natural science disciplines that compose environmental science. The minor gives students the background necessary …
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Environmental Science and Society (Certificate )
- SUNY Buffalo State (NY)
The Environmental Science and Society certificate will enhance the preparation of students for careers in the environmental field. Students will learn to use problem-oriented, interdisciplinary approaches to recognize, comprehend and …
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Great Lakes Environmental Science (MS)
- SUNY Buffalo State (NY)
The Great Lakes Environmental Science program combines coursework in environmental science with communication and project management classes and an internship experience. The M.S. program is designed to meet the needs …
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Economics Sustainable Development (Concentration)
- Radford University (VA)
Students pursuing the Sustainable Development concentration must complete the B.S. Requirements (6-8 credits), Required Coursework (24 credits), Math Electives (3-4 credits), and Innovation Elective (3 credits) listed above. However, in …
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Wicked Problems (Minor)
- Radford University (VA)
The Wicked Problems Minor is an interdisciplinary collaboration by Political Science and Philosophy and Religious Studies to engage students in problem-based learning with a focus on problems which are persistent …
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Environmental Studies (Minor)
- Radford University (VA)
The Environmental Studies minor at Radford University is designed to address the local to global scale environmental and sustainability issues in our world. This program shows students the interrelationships and …
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Social Justice (Minor)
- Radford University (VA)
The Social Justice Minor provides interdisciplinary exploration into understanding and working towards social justice. The minor explores social justice from a variety of disciplines, voices, and perspectives. Students have the …
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Women's and Gender Studies (Minor)
- Radford University (VA)
The Women’s and Gender Studies Minor provides an interdisciplinary and global perspective on women, their contributions to society, the effects of systemic inequalities on their lives, and their activism to …
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Environmental Studies (BA)
- Christopher Newport University (VA)
The environmental studies major is designed to integrate diverse perspectives in the liberal arts and sciences curriculum in order to provide the academic breadth necessary for an enhanced and detailed …
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Environmental Studies (Minor)
- Christopher Newport University (VA)
The environmental studies minor is designed to integrate diverse perspectives in the liberal arts and sciences curriculum in order to provide the academic breadth necessary for an understanding of the …
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Environmental Science (MS)
- Christopher Newport University (VA)
This graduate program in environmental science explores the knowledge, technical skills and background in ecological and environmental conservation theory. Biology, biochemistry or chemistry majors can complete the master’s degree program …
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Environmental Science (BA/BS)
- Juniata College (PA)
The Environmental Science program at Juniata College is designed to offer an interdisciplinary and hands-on approach to understanding and solving environmental challenges. Students explore a wide range of topics, including …
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Environmental Studies (Minor)
- Juniata College (PA)
Students must take 18 credits of Environmental Science and Studies courses (courses designated ESS), and 6 credits must be at the 300-400 level.
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Applied Ecology and Natural Resource Management (Masters)
- Juniata College (PA)
Juniata College’s Master of Applied Ecology and Natural Resource Management is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand and address the complex environmental issues facing …
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Environmental and Energy Engineering (BS)
- Duquesne University (PA)
Duquesne University's Environmental and Energy Engineering program equips students with the essential expertise and skills required to tackle modern-day environmental and energy challenges. The program includes hands-on experiences, collaborative research, …
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Environmental Science & Studies (Bachelors)
- Towson University (MD)
The environmental science and studies program prepares students to enter a range of environmental careers in which they will make a difference as scientists, policy makers, industry representatives and citizens. …
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Environmental Sustainability (Minor)
- Towson University (MD)
The Environmental Sustainability minor consists of 18-20 units of course work and provides an interdisciplinary foundation of sustainable thinking that will inform students in their future careers and as they …
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Climate, Weather & Society (Minor)
- Towson University (MD)
Students minoring in Climate, Weather & Society will be provided with an introduction to atmospheric principles and meteorological phenomena such as heat waves, drought, hurricanes and severe thunderstorms. The minor …
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Environmental Science (Minor)
- American University in Cairo (Cairo)
Environmental science minor, coordinated AUC’s biology and chemistry departments, for a unique opportunity to delve into the study of environment-related issues at the national, regional and international levels. By completing …
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Environmental Studies (Bachelors)
- The College of Wooster (OH)
The Environmental Studies Program at Wooster engages students with environmental issues both inside and outside the classroom, at both local and global levels. Resources available to students include a campus …
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Earth System Science and Environmental Engineering (BE)
- The City College of New York (NY)
With its cutting-edge curriculum, students are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to solve environmental problems at local, regional, and global levels. Hands-on learning opportunities, such as internships, research, …
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Sustainability in the Urban Environment (MS)
- The City College of New York (NY)
The Sustainability Masters degree program consists of 30 credits of coursework. All students who successfully complete the program requirements receive a Master of Science in Sustainability degree from CUNY/The City …
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Environmental Studies (BA)
- Tulane University (LA)
Bachelor of Arts degree focused on understanding the relationships between humans and the environment. Through coursework offered by several of Tulane's most prestigious Schools and Colleges, internships, and opportuhe Environmental …
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Earth & Environmental Sciences (MS)
- Tulane University (LA)
The geosciences aim to increase our understanding of the composition and evolution of the Earth, including its fundamental role in creating the natural environment that humans inhabit. As such, this …
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Earth & Environmental Sciences (PhD)
- Tulane University (LA)
The geosciences aim to increase our understanding of the composition and evolution of the Earth, including its fundamental role in creating the natural environment that humans inhabit. As such, this …
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River-Coastal Science and Engineering (MS)
- Tulane University (LA)
The River-Coastal Science and Engineering program is an effort by faculty and students to understand a key component of the Earth system—the linked environments of river basins, deltaic river mouths, …
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River-Coastal Science and Engineering (PhD
- Tulane University (LA)
The River-Coastal Science and Engineering program is an effort by faculty and students to understand a key component of the Earth system—the linked environments of river basins, deltaic river mouths, …
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Disaster Resilience Leadership Studies (MS)
- Tulane University (LA)
The Master's Degree in Disaster Resilience Leadership Studies program is dedicated to the systematic strengthening of global humanitarian leadership, a process that integrates education, research, and application - to achieve …
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River-Coastal Science and Engineering Certificate (Graduate)
- Tulane University (LA)
Tulane University and the U.S. Army Engineer Corps of Engineers have partnered to provide a unique, graduate-level certificate program that focuses on teaching students both the science and engineering associated …
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Disaster Resilience Leadership Studies Certificate (Graduate)
- Tulane University (LA)
The Disaster Resilience Leadership Studies Certificate (DRLS) within The Disaster Resilience Leadership Academy (DRLA) trains Disaster Resilience Leaders of tomorrow. The certificate focuses on the five main DRLA core competency …
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Applied Sustainability (Minor)
- Ursinus College (PA)
Interdisciplinary minor comprised of integrative learning experiences across areas of study designed to introduce students to the sustainability field. The minor program provides students with curricular opportunities for developing knowledge …
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Biodiversity & Wildlife Conservation (Minor)
- Ursinus College (PA)
Biodiversity & Wildlife Conservation (BDWC) is an interdisciplinary minor designed for students interested in protecting and enhancing natural systems and the diverse flora and fauna these systems support. The minor …
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The Climate Change (Minor)
- Ursinus College (PA)
An interdisciplinary minor designed for students interested in learning more of the science involving the global climate system, the natural and anthropogenic changes that have, are, and are likely to …
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The Earth & Environmental Science (Minor)
- Ursinus College (PA)
An interdisciplinary minor focuses on developing knowledge and skills important for understanding Earth, including the natural and anthropogenic processes that occur at or near Earth’s surface. It allows students to …
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Environmental Justice (Minor)
- Ursinus College (PA)
Interdisciplinary minor that focuses on the differential exposures to environmental burdens and differential access to environmental benefits experienced by diverse human and non-human groups. The minor allows students to explore …
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The Food Studies (Minor)
- Ursinus College (PA)
This program provides both classroom and hands-on learning opportunities, allowing students to explore how food systems impact health, community wellness, and well-being. Students can choose to study food systems from …
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This tab provides access to data collected through AASHE’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS). STARS is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance. STARS enables meaningful comparisons over time and across institutions using a common set of measurements developed with broad participation from the campus sustainability community.
All responses reference content from reports under the latest version of STARS, version 2.2. AASHE membership and log-in is required.
AC 1: Academic Courses
- Percentage of courses that are sustainability course offerings
- Percentage of academic departments with sustainability course offerings
- Inventory of sustainability course offerings (upload)
- Website URL - Sustainability course offerings
AC 2: Learning Outcomes
- Description of institution level sustainability learning outcomes
- List of degree programs that require an understanding of the concept of sustainability
- Percentage of students who graduate from programs that require an understanding of sustainability
- Website URL - Sustainability learning outcomes
AC 3: Undergraduate Program
- First sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program
- Second sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program
- Third sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program
- First sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration
- Second sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration
- Third sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration
AC 4: Graduate Program
- First sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- Second sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- Third sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- First sustainability-focused graduate-level minor or concentration
- Second sustainability-focused graduate-level minor or concentration
- Third sustainability-focused graduate-level minor or concentration
AC 5: Immersive Experience
- Description of the sustainability-focused immersive program(s)
- Second sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- Third sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
AC 6: Sustainability Literacy Assessment
- Copy of the sustainability literacy assessment (upload)
- Copy of the sustainability literacy assessment (description)
- Website URL - Assessment of sustainability literacy
AC 7: Incentives for Developing Courses
- Description of the course development incentives
- Website URL - Incentives for developing sustainability courses
AC 8: Campus as a Living Laboratory
Additional analysis on scores and quantitative fields can be conducted using the STARS Benchmarking Tool.