Overview

In the Atmospheric Science program of University at Albany you will study introductory and advanced atmospheric sciences, as well as mathematics, physics and chemistry. A mentor will guide you through elective options to align your program with your career goals in subjects including short-term and seasonal forecasting, solar energy, air pollution and extreme weather.

Student Learning Objectives

Learning objectives that UAlbany students are expected to attain through their course of study within their academic program.

Effectively communicate with colleagues or others via clear and efficient writing or presentation technique.

Acquire new knowledge and abilities by embracing a lifelong perspective of inquiry, discovery and learning.

Cogently describe the fundamental physical and dynamical processes operating in our atmosphere utilizing appropriate mathematical formulation.

Access, interpret and analyze a broad range of meteorological data, most typically for the purpose of generating an operational weather forecast.

Apply data, concepts, and models to the solution of problems in the atmospheric sciences.

Career Outcomes

With a Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Science degree you will be equipped for a wide variety of career paths in both the public and private sectors, or to pursue an advanced degree. Our graduates have obtained positions in organizations such as the National Weather Service and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, as well as television broadcast, energy utilities and insurance companies. Potential job titles include:

Meteorologist

Research scientist

Data scientist

Forecaster

Risk management

Emergency manager

Broadcast meteorology

Pilot

Secondary and elementary education

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Algebra and Calculus

Calculus

Calculus of Several Variables

Ordinary Differential Equations

General Chemistry

Physics I: Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

National: Priority consideration deadline: February 1. Late applicants will be considered on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albany, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit an application

Send your transcript(s): All applicants must arrange for their official school and/or college transcripts to be sent to us.

Submit your test scores (if applicable): You are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores but you may choose to submit them to strengthen your application.

Submit a financial statement

Submit a letter of recommendation (if applicable)

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

28280 USD / year

≈ 28280 USD / year
Out-of-State

28280 USD / year

≈ 28280 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

Albany

United States

1010 - 1570 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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Student Learning Objectives

Career Outcomes

Programme Structure

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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