Overview

Highlights of this Environmental Studies - Politics, Policy, and Justice specialization at Seattle University include:

Students explore and critically analyze the nature and development of social and policy structures, with particular attention to issues of equity and justice.
Through coursework and experiential learning, students develop skills to envision and implement equitable and sustainable alternatives to emerging environmental issues.
Course topics range from local, national and international political and legal processes to the practice of policy analysis and the ethical implications of environmental justice.
Internship opportunities abound in local, state and federal government agencies and in political, religious and environmental nonprofit organizations.

Careers

Recent EVST Graduates with a specialty in Politics, Policy, and Justice have found careers with these organizations:

Community Outreach Specialist, Sound Transit
Project Management Intern, Seattle Public Utilities-City of Seattle
Communications Associate, Washington Environmental Council
Mobility Program Supervisor, Hope Link
Film Manager, Environment Washington
Project Manager, Seattle Seed Company

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Politics
Local and State Politics
Citizenship and Society
Environmental Law and Impact Studies
Natural Resource and Environmental Economics
Environmental Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

International student applications should be submitted 6-9 months prior to the application quarter.
National students: February 15 (Spring Quarter).

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Quarter Credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Seattle, United States

Disciplines

Environmental Economics & Policy Political Science View 176 other Bachelors in Environmental Economics & Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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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

57825 USD / year

≈ 57825 USD / year
Out-of-State

57825 USD / year

≈ 57825 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

57825 USD / year

≈ 57825 USD / year

Living costs

Seattle

United States

1480 - 2580 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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