Environmental Studies Major

Description: A program that focuses on environment-related issues using scientific, social scientific, or humanistic approaches or a combination. Includes instruction in the basic principles of ecology and environmental science and related subjects such as policy, politics, law, economics, social aspects, planning, pollution control, natural resources, and the interactions of human beings and nature. Is Environmental Studies the right major for you?
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Environmental Studies Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$67,810

Median Hourly Wage

$32.60*

Total Employed Nationally

81,690


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.