Overview

Graduates gain expertise in environmental assessment, geology, and resource management, preparing them for careers as environmental scientists, geologists, or hydrologists in industries like environmental consulting, natural resource management, and government agencies.Explore the planet and address critical environmental challenges with our Earth and Environmental Sciences bachelor's degree at University of Kentucky. This program combines the study of geology, climate, and ecosystems to provide a comprehensive understanding of Earth's processes and the impact of human activity on the environment. Through hands-on fieldwork, lab research, and interdisciplinary coursework, you'll gain the skills to analyze environmental issues and develop sustainable solutions. Graduates are prepared for careers in environmental consulting, natural resource management, research, and more. Join a program that empowers you to make a difference in understanding and protecting our world.

Related Careers

Environmental Geologist
Hydrogeologist
Engineering Geologist
Geochemist
Seismologist
Geophysicist
Petroleum Geologist
Environmental Consultant

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geology
General College Chemistry
General Chemistry Laboratory
Regional Historical Geology
Foreign Language
Mineralogy
Statistical Inferential Reason

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Environmental Sciences View 1431 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Official High School Transcript with Pre-College Curriculum: View transcript requirements on the Undergraduate Admission webpage.
Test Scores (optional): ACT or SAT scores can be submitted but are not required for university admission.
Completed applications include an official high school transcript, application fee ($50 domestic/$60 international) and optional official ACT/SAT score (the University of Kentucky is test-optional for admission and scholarships through the 2028-29 academic year).

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

35164 USD / year

≈ 35164 USD / year
Out-of-State

35164 USD / year

≈ 35164 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13906 USD / year

≈ 13906 USD / year

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

United States

900 - 1400 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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Scholarships Information

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