Overview

The Environmental Science- Secondary Teacher Education (6-12) is offered by University of Southern Maine and will help you develop expertise in environmental science and prepare to be an engaging and resourceful physical and life sciences teacher.

Key Facts

Gain more student-teaching experience than any other Maine-based teacher preparation program.
Excel with academic advising and professional development — from course selection to the student teaching internship.
Gain hands-on experience identifying and solving local and regional environmental problems.
Become part of a community through our field immersion weekend, collaborative projects, and student group activities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research and Analytical Methods

Atmosphere: Science, Climate, and Change

Environmental Communication

Environmental Ecology

Environmental Science

Environmental Science and Sustainability

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

We accept and review applications throughout the year on a rolling admission cycle.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Gorham, United States

Disciplines

Teaching Environmental Sciences Secondary Education View 1430 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

Completed application form
Official transcripts of your education history
Completed personal statement/essay (recommended)
Submit your official secondary school transcripts, exam certificates, and any college-level transcripts including certified English translations
Provide financial documentation that shows you are able to support educational and living costs
Submit US $50 application fee (except Canadian applicants)
Submit an official evaluation of college-level transcripts approved by one of the following transcript analysis agencies:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE)

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

29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year
Out-of-State

29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10080 USD / year

≈ 10080 USD / year

Living costs

Gorham

United States

1370 - 2127 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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Environmental Science- Secondary Teacher Education (6-12).

Available Scholarships

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