Overview

At the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, the Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences MS program provides students with an opportunity to delve deeper into the field of atmospheric science and environmental studies, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for research, leadership, and policy-making roles.

Key Features

Advanced coursework in atmospheric dynamics, climate science, and environmental processes
Specializations available in areas such as air quality, climate change, and meteorology
Research-focused curriculum with opportunities for independent study and thesis research
Access to state-of-the-art atmospheric measurement and modeling equipment
Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
Exposure to cutting-edge research and emerging technologies
Preparation for careers in academia, government agencies, research institutions, and environmental consulting firms

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Atmospheric Dynamics
Climate Change Science and Policy
Air Quality Monitoring and Modeling
Remote Sensing Techniques in Environmental Sciences
Meteorological Analysis
Environmental Data Analysis
Atmospheric Chemistry and Aerosols
Environmental Impact Assessment and Mitigation
Climate Modeling and Simulation
Research Methods in Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

Non-thesis MS campus students deadlines:

Fall - April 1

Spring - October 1

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

32 SCH

Non-Thesis Track: 24 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rapid City, United States

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 487 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in atmospheric science, environmental science, or a related field
GRE scores (may vary, check program requirements)
Completed application form
Letters of recommendation
Personal statement or statement of purpose
Relevant coursework or experience in atmospheric and environmental sciences
Proficiency in scientific programming and data analysis (recommended)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11424 USD / year

≈ 11424 USD / year
Out-of-State

11424 USD / year

≈ 11424 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5696 USD / year

≈ 5696 USD / year

Living costs

Rapid City

United States

860 - 1300 USD / month

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

Financing

Interested in financing your studies? Find a student loan that works for you.

MPOWER Financing No cosigner. No collateral. No hidden fees.

Check your Eligibility

Get the funding you need to study in the U.S. or Canada - with a process that's fast, simple, and built for international students.

Flexible loans from US$2,001 to US$100,000
Fixed interest rates -- no inflation surprises
No upfront fees or prepayment penalties
Accepted at 500+ universities across the U.S. & Canada
100% online application -- instant conditional offer
Free visa & career support through our Path2Success program

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.

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

On this page

About

Overview

Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Rapid City

Financing

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners