Environmental Majors

We offer two majors in the environmental field, a BS in environmental science (EVS) and a BA in environmental studies (ESP). A minor in environmental geology is also available.

Students who declared the EVS or ESP major prior to summer 2017 may complete their program of study under either the previous program guidelines or the newly revised guidelines. The previous guidelines are available in the departmental office at 227 Hutchison Hall.

BS Versus BA

The BS program is designed to give students the background for graduate work and professional careers in earth and environmental sciences, and in those areas in which the earth sciences overlap with the life sciences or with engineering.

The BA program is designed to allow more flexibility in program design. It is pursued not only by students preparing for graduate work in the earth sciences but also by students interested in law, management, or teaching.

More Information

Interested students should contact Professor Karen Berger at (585) 275-7611 or the department office at (585) 275-5713. Students may also contact the earth and environmental science undergraduate peer advisor.