Southeast Missouri State University 1873

Environmental Science Master's Program

MS On-Campus Main Campus

DEGREE TYPE

Master's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Graduate

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Fearlessly study the science that protects tomorrow.

A Master's degree in Environmental Science is focused on your interest in the natural sciences, mathematics, law, economics and health. You get to tailor the degree with a variety of interdisciplinary courses to choose from, plus the option of taking a thesis, non-thesis or research option.

Where Bold Ideas Take Shape

Our program provides the critical analysis skills necessary for applying current scientific, technical and regulatory rules and policies to the environmental challenges faced by public agencies and private industry in a global community and marketplace.

  • Apply the scientific method through research.
  • Master scientific writing skills.
  • Develop presentation skills.

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Environmental Science Master's Outcomes & Careers

  • $100k

    Biological Scientist

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a biological scientist is $100,440.

  • $94k

    Environmental Scientist

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an environmental scientist and geoscientist is $111,310.

  • $56k

    Environmental Science Technician

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an environmental science and geoscience technician is $56,770.

Your Path. Your Impact.

  • EV547 Fundamentals of Disaster/Emergency Management and Planning (3)
  • EV548 Disaster/Emergency Planning and Response (3)
  • EV549 Vulnerability, Risk Reduction, and Critical Incident Management (3)
  • EV554 Risk Assessment Applications (3)
  • GT645 Advanced Geographic Information Science (3)
  • GT625 GIS Planning for Emergency Management (3)
  • GR698 Master’s Final Comprehensive Exam (0)

Choose 6 hours; at least 3 hours must be at the 600 level

  • BY636 Wildlife Disease (3)
  • BY666 Experimental Design (3)
  • EA507 School and Campus Safety (3)
  • ED535 The Trauma Informed Professional (3)
  • EV556 Fundamental Risk Communication in Emergency Management (3)
  • PS502 Fundamentals of Public Administration (3)
  • PS505 Organization Theory and Behavior (3)
  • PS615 Government Budgeting (3)
  • PS631 Nonprofit Management (3)

Choose 6 hours:

  • EV691-693 Environmental Science Research (1-3)
  • EV681-683 Environmental Science Internship (1-3)

In addition to the criteria established for general admission to graduate studies, applicants must have the following:

  • An undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
  • 20 credit hours in science with a 3.0 GPA
  • Letter of intent addressing preparation for graduate study, ability to succeed at the graduate level and professional goals and objectives. The letter should address what the applicant expects to achieve through graduate level study. The letter of intent should be typed and a maximum of 750 words in length.
  • Two letters of recommendation

Scores for the general portion of the Graduate Record Exam (verbal, quantitative, and analytical) are required for probationary admission consideration.

Letters should be addressed to the Director of Admissions. All documents must be submitted directly to the Office of Admissions.

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Graduate Assistantships

The graduate assistantship (GA) is designed to provide support during full-time graduate study. It’s an opportunity for the graduate students to serve in a professional role while establishing a professional relationship with faculty and administrators. In addition to a per year stipend, GAs gain valuable experience. There are two kinds of assistantships: teaching and administrative.
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College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

This program is housed within the College of STEM. The College prepares students to find creative solutions to problems. Curiosity and analysis merge, creating students ready to figure things out and then use that knowledge to make things better.
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Graduate Coordinators

Graduate coordinators serve as the contact for graduate programs. The coordinators are most often faculty within the college that houses the program, helping you to get questions answered and first-hand knowledge of the degree requirements and placement opportunities.
Contact Dr. John C. Kraemer

Getting the Job

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, and sell your knowledge and experience—if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.
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Related Programs

Biological and Environmental Sciences

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Location

Office

Rhodes Hall 224

Mailing Address

One University Plaza, MS 6200
Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701
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