Overview

As a graduate of Villanova University's Master of Science in Environmental Science program, you will see beyond linear and fragmented approaches to solving environmental problems to understand the complex interactions between people and the environment. You will:

Understand fundamental and advanced scientific principles related to the environment;
Connect contemporary environmental issues with a variety of non-science disciplines, including the fields of social science, policy, ethics, humanities and religion;
Construct models to facilitate the understanding and solution of environmental problems;
Select and apply appropriate research methods and techniques to solve complex environmental problems.

Learning outcomes

Graduates of the MSES program will successfully compete in and be prepared for the scientific, academic, governmental or commercial field of their choosing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in the Environmental Sciences
GIS for Environmental Systems
Remote Sensing for Environmental Analysis        
Land Use and Environmental Assessment            
Sustainable Environmental Systems
Environmental Policy and Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 490 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application form
Transcripts
GRE (General)
Resume
3 recommendation letters
Supplemental form
$50 non-refundable application fee

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28650 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28650 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

28650 USD / year

≈ 28650 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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