Overview

From day one, you’ll do more than get your feet wet. Join a community of students and scientists. Together, we use science to tackle global freshwater challenges. You’ll learn in small classes led by top experts. This Freshwater Sciences bachelor’s degree at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers a strong foundation and hands-on experience. You can choose specialized tracks in aquatic science or water policy.

Key facts

You’ll have access to state-of-the-art labs and equipment, a genomics center, and research vessels on the Great Lakes and Milwaukee’s three urban rivers. Work directly with faculty, conduct undergraduate research, and collaborate with regional stakeholders to address pressing freshwater issues. Opportunities extend beyond our campus through the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin, a systemwide partnership that connects you with internships, research projects, and fieldwork across the state.

Our academic program pairs classroom learning with real-world application, including a senior project focused on current environmental problems. Interested in advancing your education even further? Our accelerated degree option allows you to earn both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in just five years.

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Elements of Water

Preparing for a Career in Freshwater Sciences

The Water Environment

Life in Water

Water and Natural Resource Economics

Water, Energy, Food, and Climate

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Milwaukee, United States

Disciplines

Hydrology & Water Management Environmental Sciences View 68 other Bachelors in Hydrology & Water Management in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

The bachelor’s application requirements include uploaded copies of transcripts and degree certificates. Applicants should upload copies into their application online.

Admitted students will be required to provide the original documents to upon arrival to campus. There is no need to mail anything directly to UWM during the application process.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22247 USD / year

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Living costs

Milwaukee

United States

1066 - 1767 USD / month

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Funding

UWM offers a scholarship for international students up to $6,000 per year. Additionally, students get paid to participate in research on campus, find on-campus employment, and apply for additional scholarships.

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