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Environmental Science Graduate Program

Become an Environmental Problem-Solver

There is strong world demand for scientists, technologists, and engineers with multi-disciplinary training to confront the need for a healthy environment as the global human ecological footprint expands. Whether you are already part of the expanding world of environmental science or are thinking of steering your career toward this exciting, interdisciplinary field, our program will serve your needs.

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Academics

Graduate students in environmental science can pursue either a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or a Master of Science (M.S.) degree, combining coursework with hands-on research under the guidance of a faculty mentor from one of eight participating departments. Become part of a community dedicated to advancing the frontiers of environmental science.

Study Environmental Science

Our students receive top scientific training and diverse professional development opportunities from internationally recognized faculty in world-class facilites. Our graduates are qualified to pursue careers in industry, higher education, and government agencies. We hope you will consider Iowa State University for your graduate studies in environmental science.

Thomas Isenhart, Program Chair & Director of Graduate Education

Cooperating Departments

Our students major in Environmental Science and receive a Master of Science (MS) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree through cooperation with these departments: