Overview

Key facts

It includes a variety of offerings in the social sciences, physical and life sciences, and the humanities. The Environmental Studies program offered by George Washington University serves as preparation for analyzing broad-based environmental and development policy, both domestically and internationally.

In addition to a Bachelor of Arts in environmental studies, students can also major or minor in geography or minor in geographic information systems. As an alternative track the Sustainability Minor is also available to students.

After taking a core group of foundational courses, students will select from offerings in science courses (including biological sciences, chemistry, geology and geography) and 'society' courses in economics, geography, history and public policy.

Environmental studies is a platform for student engagement on many levels. Students can gain experience outside the classroom through internship and service opportunities in the Washington, D.C., area, including government agencies and environmental organizations. Students can also participate in campus organizations such as Green GW and the Food Justice Alliance.

Program Benefits

Professional expertise in environmental management and policy, writing environmental impact assessments, managing critical resources and practicing working as planners
Opportunities to engage with nature and the built environment in and around Washington, D.C.
Off-campus field courses in geography and geology
Internship and research opportunities with the National Parks Service, National Geographic and the Environmental Protection Agency
Option to combine degree with a major or minor in geography or a minor in geographic information systems
Access to the Center for Urban and Environmental Research (CUER), which provides opportunities for faculty and students to engage in research and urban development activities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

People, Land, and Food
Cities and Societies
Cities in the Developing World Urban Sustainability
Explorations in Historical Geography
Cultural Geography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., 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.

English requirements

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General requirements

Common Application
Financial Certificate
Photocopy of your Passport
International Credentials
Letters of Recommendation

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

69780 USD / year

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Out-of-State

69780 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

69780 USD / year

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Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

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