Academic Programs

Introduction

AASHE’s academic programs listing is among the largest and most comprehensive public databases of academic programs in sustainability and related fields. It includes everything from professional certificates to doctoral degrees.

At a Glance

4114
Total Resources
776
Organizations
31
Countries
51
U.S. States & Territories
11
Canadian Provinces

Bars in graphs can be clicked to view resources that align with a particular category. Because a resource may be listed under multiple topics and disciplines, graph data may include higher total counts than what is indicated in total resources above.

4114 resources

Nutritional Sciences (BS)

  • Cornell University (NY)

Cornell’s Division of Nutritional Sciences is devoted to human nutrition, with current research in the cognitive effects of early exposure to environmental toxins, environmental interventions to prevent obesity, and the …

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Environmental Policy Minor

  • Clarkson University (NY)

The environmental policy minor consists of 15 credits in environmental policy and 6 credits in environmental science, along with distribution requirements that include an independent project and a multidisciplinary course.

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Global Development (MPS)

  • Cornell University (NY)

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Global Development (GD) is a one-year, interdisciplinary graduate-level degree program combining a flexible course-based curriculum with a capstone or problem-solving project. The program …

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Forest Carbon Science, Policy and Management Graduate Certificate

  • Michigan State University (MI)

The Graduate Certificate in Forest Carbon Science, Policy and Management provides students with interdisciplinary training necessary to plan, manage, monitor and evaluate climate change mitigation projects that seek to retain …

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Plant Pathology (PhD)

  • Cornell University (NY)

Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology are the study of plant diseases and the biology of plant-microbe interactions at the molecular to ecosystem levels of organization. The Field of Plant Pathology …

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Earth System Science (MS)

  • Stanford University (CA)

The objectives of the masters program are to enable students to develop the skills needed to conduct original investigations in environmental and Earth system sciences, to interpret the results, and …

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Horticulture Minor

  • Cornell University (NY)

The Horticulture Minor Program of Study in Horticulture aims to increase students’ knowledge and skills for managing fruits, vegetables and landscape plants for the purpose of improving the quality of …

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Soil & Land Resources (MS)

  • University of Idaho (ID)

Through the Soil & Land Resources program, students will develop valuable expertise about the soil ecosystem and address soil issues related to sustainable agriculture and the environment while conducting lab-based …

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Wildlife Resources (BS)

  • University of Idaho (ID)

This strong, science-based foundation in wildlife ecology and management is designed to give students the knowledge and tools to understand, study and manage wildlife species and their natural habitats.

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Environmental Studies Minor

  • Bowdoin College (ME)

The concentration is an opportunity for students to develop a particular interest from the broad spectrum of environmental studies courses offered at Bowdoin. Each concentration consists of three ES courses …

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Natural Resources: Land, Water, and Air (MS)

  • University of Connecticut (CT)

The Department of Natural Resources and the Environment offers two graduate degrees in Natural Resources: Land, Water, and Air, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master of Science (M.S.). The Department …

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Human Biology Minor

  • Stanford University (CA)

A minor in Human Biology provides an introduction to the relationship between the biological and social aspects of humanity's origin, development, and future. Many of the serious problems facing humans …

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Graduate Certificate in Energy Policy and Management

  • Portland State University (OR)

The Graduate Certificate in Energy Policy and Management brings graduate courses focusing on energy issues and techniques for energy analysis together in a program designed to create a foundation of …

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Environmental and Soil Sciences Minor

  • University of Tennessee at Knoxville (TN)

Many human activities adversely impact soil, water, and environmental quality, and there is a constant need for experts in the technologies required to collect sound information and to provide food, …

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Renewable Materials (BS)

  • University of Idaho (ID)

The B.S. in Renewable Materials trains students to create and design new products from bio-based materials, from wood to recycled materials. Through hands-on courses, students apply what they learn in …

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Environmental Science (BS)

  • Belmont University (TN)

Environmental Studies at Belmont provides students with a broad interdisciplinary lens through which to study environmental topics. Grounded in the sciences, students also take courses in the social sciences, humanities, …

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Soil Science Minor

  • Cornell University (NY)

A minor in Soil Science prepares students for work on agricultural and natural ecosystems by learning to identify, understand and manage soils in agriculture and forestry in an environmentally responsible …

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Plant Pathology (MS)

  • Cornell University (NY)

Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology are the study of plant diseases and the biology of plant-microbe interactions at the molecular to ecosystem levels of organization. The Field of Plant Pathology …

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Environmental Chemistry (BS)

  • Slippery Rock University (PA)

In SRU's Environmental Chemistry program, students will gain the same knowledge of organic, instrumental, and analytical chemistry as other students in the Chemistry program. Students will also expand their knowledge …

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Environmental and Sustainability Studies (BA)

  • University of North Carolina, Greensboro (NC)

The majors (B.A.) in Environmental & Sustainability Studies integrate perspectives of the natural sciences, social sciences, and arts and humanities. Students work with a diverse group of faculty from across …

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Environmental Health Science (BS)

  • Clarkson University (NY)

The environmental health science major curriculum is a four-year program offered through Clarkson's Institute for a Sustainable Environment (ISE). Environmental Health Science majors have access to state-of-the-art equipment and laboratories, …

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Engineering and Public Policy (PhD)

  • Carnegie Mellon University (PA)

Engineering and Public Policy offers a doctoral program that helps students with technical backgrounds address policy issues focused on science and technology.

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Master of Science in Sustainable Design (MSSD)

  • Carnegie Mellon University (PA)

The MSSD program critically engages and investigates environmental issues related to architecture and urban systems at the intersection of building science, design, and technology. The MSSD program explores technical and …

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Environmental Management Certificate

  • Clarkson University (NY)

This certificate program will develop proficiency in drafting and assessing strategies that benefit both the environment and economy. Topics of study include green marketing, risk management and supply chain practices.

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Atmospheric and Oceanic Science (BS)

  • University of Maryland, College Park (MD)

Course plans for the major satisfy American Meteorological Society guidelines for a B.S. degree in atmospheric science.

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Environmental Humanities Minor

  • University of Rochester (NY)

This minor provides a structure for students to master new methodologies and gain critical analysis skills. It encourages them to investigate how culture, history, and imagination shape our understandings of …

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Recreation Resource and Protected Area Management Minor

  • State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)

This minor provides students with the opportunity to combine visitor management with protected area management. Understanding the need to balance the opportunity for visitor experiences with protecting and stewarding protected …

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Animal Science (BS)

  • University of Connecticut (CT)

This major provides six areas of interest leading to the B.S. degree: Pre-professional (veterinary medicine or graduate training), Biotechnology, Business/Service, Equine Science, Food Science and Production Management.

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Environmental and Sustainability Studies Minor

  • Carnegie Mellon University (PA)

The new Minor in Environmental and Sustainability Studies is accessible for every possible undergraduate student at Carnegie Mellon University, regardless of his or her college or major. There is a …

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Entomology (BS)

  • Cornell University (NY)

The Entomology major provides an education in biological and environmental sciences, with a special emphasis on insects. Students in this major are not just fascinated by the most diverse group …

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Conservation Biology (BS)

  • Illinois State University (IL)

Biological Sciences majors selecting this sequence will receive broad training in Conservation Biology. This sequence is designed for students seeking careers in the conservation of natural ecosystems and their organisms …

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Sustainable Food Systems

  • Goshen College (IN)

Learning about agriculture at Goshen will be based in the campus' Merry Lea Sustainable Farm — where 10 acres of fruits, vegetables, nuts and livestock are raised — and extends …

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Environmental Engineering Minor

  • University of Rochester (NY)

The objective of the minor program is to provide students with core technical proficiency in environmental engineering analysis.

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Natural Resources (MS)

  • Cornell University (NY)

The Field of Natural Resources provides freedom to design a graduate program that addresses the individual interests of students. Excellent laboratory and field facilities are available. Many graduate students in …

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Integrated Pathway in Outdoor Education

  • Earlham College (IN)

The Outdoor Education Integrated Pathway is designed to prepare students for a leadership role in the Outdoor Education industry, and/or in programs with remote or extended fieldwork components. Through a …

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Wood Science (MS, MPS)

  • State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)

Students with interest in Engineered Wood Products and Structures should have a strong background in integral calculus, statics, mechanics, and mechanical and physical properties of wood. The behavior of wood …

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Work Environment (PhD)

  • University of Massachusetts Lowell (MA)

The Doctor of Science in Work Environment program provides training and research on the identification, characterization and control of chemical, physical, psychosocial and biological risks associated with work environments as …

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Environmental Communications Minor

  • University of Idaho (ID)

The Environmental Communications Minor involves core classes in conservation and politics of the environment, as well as electives in regional planning, and communication skills,

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Natural Resources: Land, Water, and Air (PhD)

  • University of Connecticut (CT)

The Department of Natural Resources and the Environment offers two graduate degrees in Natural Resources: Land, Water, and Air, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Master of Science (M.S.). The Department …

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Plant Sciences (BS)

  • Cornell University (NY)

While students majoring in Plant Sciences necessarily share a common enthusiasm for plants, the variety of available courses and research opportunities encourages a great diversity of individual interests and career …

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Agriculture Plant Science (AS)

  • Santa Rosa Junior College (CA)

The Associate in Science for Transfer in Agriculture Plant Science will provide current and relevant knowledge, skills and abilities through education and hands-on training in Agricultural Science, Animal Science and …

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Fire Ecology and Management (BS)

  • University of Idaho (ID)

The B.S. program in Fire Ecology and Management holds an emphasis on direct and “hands-on” learning, providing students with an understanding of fire’s holistic role in the environment and helping …

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Biodiversity and Conservation Biology (BS/MS)

  • University of Connecticut (CT)

Students enrolling in this program as undergraduates earn a joint B.S.-M.S. degree through an integrated 5-year curriculum. Students who already hold a Bachelor of Science degree can earn the non-thesis …

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Environmental Engineering (BS)

  • Clarkson University (NY)

In the environmental engineering undergraduate bachelor's degree program at Clarkson, students will learn how to develop and implement technologies to solve problems such as meeting clean water supply needs and …

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Freshwater Science and Sustainability (BS)

  • Western Michigan University (MI)

The institutions developed an interdisciplinary curriculum that allows students to earn a Bachelor of Science in freshwater science and sustainability. Students wishing to conduct all of their freshwater science and …

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Park and Resource Management (BS)

  • Slippery Rock University (PA)

The Park and Resource Management program at SRU provides the tools needed to excel in park interpretation, natural history, visitor services, administration, and resource management and protection.

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Paper Science and Engineering (PhD)

  • State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)

The PSE program offers these areas of study: Pulping and Bleaching Processes (M.S., Ph.D.), Colloidal Chemistry and Fiber Flocculation (M.S., Ph.D.), Fiber and Paper Physics (M.S., Ph.D.), Process and Environmental …

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Sustainable Design (BS)

  • University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (IL)

Sustainable design majors complete course work in graphic and industrial design, architecture, landscape architecture, and urban and regional planning. The program combines concrete skills development with opportunities to move between …

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Environmental Horticulture: Nursery Management (AS)

  • Santa Rosa Junior College (CA)

The Environmental Horticulture: Nursery Management major prepares students to advance to management positions in nurseries that propagate, grow and market plants for use in the home, business or the landscape. …

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Business Environment & Sustainability Minor

  • Illinois State University (IL)

The minor in Business Environment & Sustainability helps to increase awareness and knowledge of the relationships between business and the physical environment. Students within the minor will be better prepared …

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