Environmental Science Program
OFFERED AS:
Major
Credits Required:
120
Format
In-Person
The climate needs you. Farmers need you. And we need your help in advocating for food sustainability and soil health for generations to come. Our Regenerative Organic Agriculture track is the first step to building an eco-friendly farming culture for all.
Become a scientist who understands the cycle of natural systems and how to preserve soil and its fertility on a local and global scale. This hands-on learning experience is the foundation needed to forge the future for sustainable food production.
What better place to get hands-on agriculture experience than in the heart of rural Pennsylvania. The environmental science experts at KU are committed to your success in the classroom, in the field and beyond graduation. You will learn the problem-solving, research, analytical and interpersonal skills needed to succeed with an Environmental Science degree.
Along with an enriching learning opportunity, these are 3 reasons why students choose KU:
We encourage you to learn more about our Scholarship or Schedule a Call with one of our financial aid advisors to see how we can support your education.
Meet two regenerative agriculture students working in our on-campus greenhouse.
In collaboration with the Rodale Institute, this program prepares you for a range of environmental professions in science, governance, community and agriculture while supporting a global farming movement.
Program highlights:
Student Learning Outcomes
The environmental programs at KU gave me the opportunity to explore all facets of the environmental field. Labs in the field observing the ecology, understanding soil types, bird and plant ID all helped me gain skills that differentiated myself from others in my career.
Patrick Boos ‘20, Life Scientist, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)