Overview

The Environmental Science Major at State University of New York Potsdam includes 30 credits of foundational (cognate) math and science courses, 29 credits of core classes that focus on the Earth’s major systems (air, water, soil, life, and solid earth), and a minimum of 14 credits of electives. Students with specific interests can more formally explore them via a concentration (14-15 credits), a minor (generally 16-18 credits), or a double major (generally 30-45 credits) in closely allied fields.

Key facts:

This curriculum provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary training that gives students the background that they need to help solve some of society’s most pressing problems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Marine Biology

Insect Ecology

Field Ecology

Fresh Water Ecology

Organic Chemistry

Geomorphology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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More details

SUNY Potsdam has rolling admission, so applications are reviewed as they are completed.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Potsdam, United States

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 1433 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

After submitting your online application, arrange to have ALL official academic records sent to SUNY Potsdam. This includes official transcripts, examination scores, mark sheets from secondary school, as well as transcripts from colleges and/or universities previously attended.

The essay should express your educational goals, objectives and explain why you would like to attend SUNY Potsdam.

If English is not your native language, you will need to provide proof of English Proficiency.
Submit at least one letter of recommendation written by someone who knows your academic capabilities.

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

16980 USD / year

≈ 16980 USD / year
Out-of-State

16980 USD / year

≈ 16980 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

Potsdam

United States

892 - 1945 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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