Overview

The Appell Environmental Horticulture Programme (Bachelor of Science) at York College of Pennsylvania immerses students in the science and the business of growing and using plants while responsibly caring for the world’s soil, air, and water resources.

Key facts

As an Environmental Horticulture student, you’ll complete hands-on learning opportunities in the classroom, greenhouse, and laboratory. You won’t just learn how to maximize crop yields; you’ll become equipped to contribute to global change through real-world research projects and a 50-acre horticultural learning lab.

Global climate change, pollution, and widespread food insecurity and insufficiency have created an increased need for professionals educated in horticulture, plant science, and sustainable growing practices. Prepare to meet that need at York College.

Career Opportunities

No matter your interests, York College’s experienced faculty will guide you toward academic and experiential learning opportunities that allow you to build a strong professional network in your ideal subject area.

Whether you prefer getting your hands dirty in the soil or staying clean in a high-tech greenhouse, prepare to enter the global horticultural industry as an independent entrepreneur or a competitive and valued employee in areas such as:

Fruit and vegetable production

Landscaping and turf operations

Nursery operation

Greenhouse operation

Urban food production

Food security

Floriculture

Soil and plant nutrition management

Integrated pest management

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Plant Science

Economic Botany

Vegetable and Fruit Production

Landscape Plants, Design and Management

Sustainable Horticulture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: The Early Decision application deadline for the Fall semester is November 1.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United States

Disciplines

Horticulture and Crop Science Environmental Sciences View 1440 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official copy of your secondary school report with grades or mark sheets, translated into English if needed. They should show 3 years of results. Please include which subjects you are taking in your last year of secondary school.

Proof of English proficiency — English language proficiency is required for all students whose native language is not English. Proof of English proficiency is required for both admission and the issuance of visa documents.

At least one letter of recommendation (two if no SAT)

Copy of your passport

Financial Certification Form

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

24150 USD / year

≈ 24150 USD / year
Out-of-State

24150 USD / year

≈ 24150 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

24150 USD / year

≈ 24150 USD / year

Living costs

York

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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