Overview

Environmental Studies from California Lutheran University is a major that bridges fields of study to prepare you to work in environmental policy, planning, advocacy, law and more.

Confront challenges of STEM, culture and society

As an environmental studies major, you’ll study the intersection of STEM, culture and society. Your courses will pull insights and strategies from the natural sciences, humanities and social sciences, and you’ll confront our current challenges, such as urbanization, migration, energy and biodiversity.

Our bachelor of arts degree is best for those who want to work on the human side of environmental change and shift how we interact with earth’s resources. By developing a deep understanding of human institutions’ effect on environmental challenges, you will be prepared to lead change efforts in advocacy, planning and decision-making.

Develop a community perspective

No matter which future direction you pursue, you’ll need to be responsive to people from different perspectives and demographics. That means being well-versed in the lived experiences of people and the historical inequities of society.

Environmental studies teaches you to ask and seek answers to critical questions, such as:

How are communities being affected by environmental change?
How do the impacted individuals perceive and value the environment?
How can we best communicate with them about our climate crisis and its solutions?

Create your personal schedule

Exploring multiple disciplines and applications will help you uncover opportunities to make your ultimate impact. Our curriculum has room to create a custom plan to fit your career aspirations, with options such as:

Fundraising strategies for nonprofits
How social movements work
Environmental literature of the past and today
How religion shapes food consumption and our environment

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Science
Sustainable Business
Economics of the Environment
Environmental Law and Policy
Religion, Food and the Environment
Public Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, United States

Disciplines

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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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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Complete Your Application & Essay
Request Recommendation
Submit Application Fee
Transcripts
English Proficiency
Optional Interview

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

53650 USD / year

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Out-of-State

53650 USD / year

≈ 53650 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53650 USD / year

≈ 53650 USD / year

Living costs

California

United States

1570 - 2658 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

Confront challenges of STEM, culture and society

Develop a community perspective

Create your personal schedule

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

California

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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