Overview

The Coastal Environmental Science major from Louisiana State University has a low teacher-student ratio, so small classes are guaranteed. Graduates are prepared for employment and post-graduate study. Those choosing post-graduate study are ready for pre-med, pre-law, pre-dental, pre-vet, pre-Masters of Public Health, and pre-disciplinary graduate study. Those entering the workforce have many career options. If you have a demonstrated strength in science, math, complex problem-solving, and enjoy field work, then this is the degree path for you.Concentrations Available:

Applied Coastal Environmental Science (ACES): ACES is geared toward students who plan on employment in industries with coastal environmental risks, NGO’s, academia, or government agencies.

Coastal Meteorology: Ideal for anyone interested in pursuing a career in meteorology, especially regarding coastal impacts and weather disturbances.

Environmental Health: Ideal for anyone interested in pursuing a career in environmental and/or public health sciences as a medical doctor, as a veterinarian, or in the research fields of disasters and environmental exposures to diseases. We also offer a 3+2 fast-track program that cuts a year off the standard six years it takes to earn a bachelor’s in coastal environmental science and a master’s of public health.

Environmental Law: Ideal for anyone interested in pursuing a career in environmental law, environmental policy (government or private), as well as environmental consulting. We also offer a 3+3 program that cuts a year off the standard seven years it takes to earn a bachelor’s in coastal environmental science and juris doctorate as well as provided a solid training in environmental sciences and STEM disciplines.

Environmental Science and Research (ESR): ESR is geared toward students looking for innovative, collaborative careers where they can apply their talent, education and curiosity.

Careers

Biologists

Consultants

Educators

Environmental Analysts

Geochemists

Marine Policy Experts

Oceanographers

Researchers & Scientists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

Chemistry

Geology

Lab Hours or Field Work

Math

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Marine Science Environmental Sciences View 1538 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

$50 non-refundable application fee.

International students who have never attended a post-secondary education institution will apply as a freshman (first-year student), and must have the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma with an academic average equivalent to a “B” (3.0 or better on the U.S. 4-point grading system).

The “academic average” is determined by averaging the grades of secondary school academic courses, excluding nonacademic courses such as physical education, vocational/technical courses, religion, art, music, etc.

Students must submit complete official records for the secondary level of education and are strongly encouraged to submit ACT or SAT scores.

Tuition Fee

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International

28631 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28631 USD per year during 48 months.
National

28631 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28631 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

11954 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11954 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Baton Rouge

900 - 1400 USD /month

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Scholarships Information

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