Solve the world’s biggest challenges
You are ready to tackle the complex environmental issues facing our planet. By blending coursework in science, math and policy, this program provides the practical tools you need to make a lasting, real-world impact.
Define your own research
Tailor your experience by choosing between a thesis or non-thesis track. The thesis option allows you to conduct original research, while the non-thesis option focuses on advanced coursework and a comprehensive examination.
Expand your perspective
You can boost your degree with a graduate minor in geospatial science. This nine-hour minor sharpens your technical abilities and opens doors to various new career paths.
Applying to the environmental science master's program
Requirements for admission
To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:
- meet the SFA Graduate School requirements
- achieve an undergraduate 2.8 GPA or higher overall
- and be one of the following:
- in your final year of undergraduate work
- holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- or have 95 or more semester hours of undergraduate work at SFA and be approved as an overlap student.
We look for students with a strong science background, specifically:
- Six hours of biology (including one lab)
- Eight hours of chemistry
- College algebra or higher-level math
If you are missing a few prerequisites, don't worry. You can still apply and complete any necessary background courses once you join the program.
Ready to complete your application?
To get started, apply to the Graduate School.
See curriculum
RequirementsAre courses face-to-face?
Yes.
Is the GRE required?
Yes.
What are my capstone options?
There are two options.
1. Non-thesis track with a comprehensive exam
2. Research thesis
Questions?
Get in touch! We're here to help.
Department of Environmental and Geospatial Sciences
Human Services Building, Suite 312