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Environmental Science Department

Forge innovative solutions for a more sustainable tomorrow.

Step into the forefront of ecological stewardship with À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ’s Environmental Science Department. Our interdisciplinary environmental science curriculum empowers students to understand the intricate interactions between humanity and the earth. You’ll learn to cultivate a deep understanding of environmental dynamics and hone the skills necessary to tackle pressing environmental challenges.

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  • Hands-on environmental science fieldwork

  • #1 Environmental School in Massachusetts and #26 in the Country -

  • Environmental science internships

Experiential learning with faculty experts.

Our full-time department faculty members are all doctorally qualified in their disciplines. Despite the large number of environmental science majors at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, our class sizes remain small, enabling one-on-one connection with expert faculty. Instructors will provide you with real-world experience through outdoor labs and fieldwork near our campus on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains.

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Get student support from start to finish.

When you study Environmental Science at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, you’ll receive comprehensive support from the Center for Student Success and Engagement. Whether you're navigating the college transition, seeking academic advice, honing study strategies, or accessing various resources, our dedicated programs are ready to assist you.  

Join our community of scientific professionals. 

À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ has one of the largest Environmental Science departments in the Northeast — our program has been ranked . The department emphasizes environmental science fieldwork and hands-on learning, including canoe trips on the À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ River and nearby lakes, field trips to management and restoration sites, and the opportunity to experience a short-term study abroad course in Costa Rica or Ecuador. 

Our environmental science graduates go on to work in exciting positions in a range of important job sectors, including:  

  • Local, state, and federal government agencies
  • Environmental consulting firms
  • Environmental conservation groups and nonprofits
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Please reach out with any questions you have about the Environmental Science Department. We are happy to connect with you one-on-one.

Dr. John McDonald, Chair of the Environmental Science Department at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, smiles while standing in a science lab.

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Dr. John McDonald 
Chair – Environmental Science Department  
Wilson Hall 204D

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