Overview

A deep and nuanced understanding of earth and environmental sciences has arguably never been more important. As climate issues multiply and the balance of our ecosystems is at greater and greater risk, the world needs forward-thinking scientific minds to explore bold new solutions.

A Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Sciences from the University of New Orleans will help you develop a set of skills perfectly suited to the world we live in—and help us move toward the world we want.

In UNO’s Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Sciences program, you will:

Construct and deliver oral presentations that present earth and environmental sciences information and concepts visually and verbally.
Explain earth and environmental sciences concepts and present and interpret data in technical writing.
Understand fundamental concepts in geomorphology.
Understand fundamental concepts in paleontology, earth history, and evolution.
Develop a deep understanding of environmental sciences.
By the time you complete your Bachelor of Science in earth and environmental sciences, you’ll be prepared to help solve some of the most pressing problems facing our world today.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Coastal Geomorphology
Dynamic Earth
Earth and Environment through Time
Environmental Geology of Coastal Louisiana
Environmental Science and Policy
Estuarine Environmental Science
Environmental Science
Methods in Earth and Environmental Sciences
Principles of Stratigraphy
Structural Geology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-10 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-19 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-14 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Orleans, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

Financial Support Form
Official high school transcripts must be sent directly from the school. The transcripts must be in the original language, accompanied by an official English translation.
Must have achieved at least a 2.5 core GPA, as calculated by UNO Admissions.

In addition, students must have the minimum ACT/SAT scores:

Math Test Scores: ACT 19 or SAT 510
English Test Scores: ACT 18 or SAT 500 (Evidence-based Reading & Writing)

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

15354 USD / year

≈ 15354 USD / year
Out-of-State

15354 USD / year

≈ 15354 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10518 USD / year

≈ 10518 USD / year

Living costs

New Orleans

United States

1125 - 2151 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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Overview

In UNO’s Bachelor of Science in Earth and Environmental Sciences program, you will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New Orleans

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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