Overview

The Geological Sciences BSc degree from University of Michigan - Dearborn is designed based on the philosophy that a strong, broad foundation in science is the best preparation for careers in environmental fields or for graduate studies.

You’ll have plenty of hands-on experiences in our programme, which emphasizes immersive activities such as internships, field studies, research with faculty, and community engagement.

Where an Environmental Science Degree Will Take You:

It will prepare you for a variety of fulfilling careers in state and national government agencies, local conservation agencies, environmental consulting firms, nonprofit organizations working in resource management and advocacy, firms engaged in waste management, and education, among others. You’ll also have a solid foundation for graduate studies in numerous fields, including our master’s degree programme in environmental science at UM-Dearborn.

Besides taking core courses in environmental science, you’ll choose one of three concentrations:

The Ecosystem Sciences concentration focuses on understanding interactions among biological, physical, and chemical processes of the world’s ecosystems and exploring ways to manage them sustainably. Students earn a BS degree.
The Environmental and Sustainability Studies concentration integrates the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities to explore the impacts of humans on the environment and find sustainable solutions. Students earn a BA degree.
The Geosciences concentration focuses on natural hazards, natural resources, and environmental change, among other topics. Students earn a BS degree.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Science
Environmentalism
Geology
Ecology
Field Geology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

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National and International September deadline: April 1(recommended)
UM-Dearborn has rolling admissions throughout the year, and deadlines depend on student type.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dearborn, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

All freshmen must submit official transcripts for all years of secondary school work completed (U.S. and abroad).
Translations are required for all documents not originally in English.
At least 23 of the minimum 45 upper level hours in the major must be elected at UM-D.
A maximum of 6 hrs. of independent study/research in any Dept. of Natural Sciences discipline may count towards the 120 hours required to graduate.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33768 USD / year

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Out-of-State

33768 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15840 USD / year

≈ 15840 USD / year

Living costs

Dearborn

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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Overview

Where an Environmental Science Degree Will Take You:

Besides taking core courses in environmental science, you’ll choose one of three concentrations:

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Dearborn

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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