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Overview
During Freshwater Science and Sustainability from Western Michigan University you'll blend a rigorous academic core with electives meant to further your individual career goals—whether conservation biology, aquatic ecology, resource management, water quality, public health, environmental writing, policymaking, law or others. You'll become part of a community of practitioners devoted to the wise stewardship of our most precious resource.
Career Prospects
Career opportunities for graduates of WMU's freshwater science and sustainability program include:
- Aquatic biologists
- Conservation scientists
- Freshwater quality analysts
- Watershed managers
- Sustainability coordinators
- Environmental and resource managers
- Corporate social responsibility coordinators
- Environmental consultants or advocates
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Nature, Society, and Sustainability
- Environmental Systems and Cycles
- Environmental Ecology
- Environmental Policy
- Environmental Economics
- Environmental Ethics
- Meteorology and Climatology
- Ocean Systems
- Data Analysis for Biosciences
Ecology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 71
Credits
120 SCH
Delivered
On Campus, Blended, Online
Disciplines
Environmental Management Natural Resource Management Environmental Sciences View 1495 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 71
Other requirements
General requirements
- Copy of passport identification page
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Complete high school or post-secondary education transcripts
- $100 non-refundable application fee
- Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU according to estimated cost of attendance
- ACT or SAT Scores
Tuition Fee
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International
16666 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8333 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
16666 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8333 USD per semester during 48 months. -
In-State
13334 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6667 USD per semester during 48 months.
Tuition per credit for summer option:
- Residents - $555.58
- Non-resident/international - $694.48
Living costs for Kalamazoo
1000 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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