Overview

If you like science, and have an interest in the environment - the Environmental Sciences programme of Rutgers University is what you are looking for!

The backgrounds of successful applicants vary greatly. All are expected to have earned an undergraduate degree in a science or engineering discipline with appropriate backgrounds in biology, chemistry, mathematics and/or physics. Otherwise highly qualified applicants who lack any of the above requirements may be allowed to correct this after admission. Selected applicants from non-scientific fields are sometimes admitted, and have a good record of accomplishment.

Students who earn M.S. or Ph.D. degrees in Environmental Sciences will:

develop a broad, interdisciplinary understanding of environmental processes, problems, and solutions;

develop specialized understanding within a chosen sub-field of environmental science;

conduct original research within a chosen sub-field of environmental science (Ph.D. and M.S. thesis option);

develop the ability to effectively communicate scientific data, concepts, and problems orally and in writing, and through the production of clear and compelling graphics (figures, tables, and schematics);

be prepared to assume positions of professional leadership in industry, government, and non-profit sectors or to continue their graduate studies (M.S. program);

be prepared to assume positions of scholarly leadership in academia, industry, government, and non-profit sectors (Ph.D. program);

be prepared to participate in scientific and professional associations and other activities within the scientific community or society at large;

understand and uphold scientific and professional ethics in their work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applications of Aquatic Chemistry

Environmental Organic Chemistry

Environmental Microbiology

Environmental Fate and Transport

Environmental Science Analysis

Seminar in Environmental Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Brunswick, United States

Disciplines

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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

Applications must include your transcript(s), the name of three referees that agreed to submit letters of recommendation to support your application, your resume or CV, and a personal statement.

Your personal statement should describe your background and any relevant experience (such as research or internships that you have performed). It should also describe what area(s) of Environmental Science you want to study and name some specific professors in our programme that you would like to work with.

Also, your personal statement should address the following areas:

Academic preparedness

Research experience

Commitment to graduate school

Leadership

Commitment to diversity

Resilience and adaptability

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

37176 USD / year

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Out-of-State

37176 USD / year

≈ 37176 USD / year
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In-State

21648 USD / year

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Living costs

New Brunswick

United States

1204 - 2963 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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Students who earn M.S. or Ph.D. degrees in Environmental Sciences will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Delivered

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General requirements

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