Environmental Science Systems

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Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Minor

Department

Biology

Why an Environmental Science Systems Degree From Le Moyne?

Imagine exploring biodiversity in the exotic Galapagos Islands or the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica. Or conducting scientific research under Iceland’s northern lights. Maybe you’ll study different ecosystems in North America, from the deserts of Arizona to the majestic Adirondack mountains.

In the undergraduate environmental science systems program at Le Moyne, the world is your classroom. From the atmosphere to the hydrosphere – from carbon cycling and soil composition to climate change and forest succession – you’ll learn to think like a scientist, conducting research around the globe and in our fully equipped labs where the very latest tools are right at your fingertips. Your degree will set you up to be an agent of global change.

From the Biosphere to the Geosphere on the Heights

In environmental science systems, you'll meet distinguished researchers, conduct research and present your work at regional and national conferences.

Environmental Science Systems Undergraduate Degrees

The B.S. degree in environmental science systems provides the foundations for professional careers and graduate study. The B.A. is ideal if you plan to pair your major with another major or minor.

Biology Undergraduate Degrees

Along with the environmental science systems programs, the Department of Biology offers related majors and minors.

Environmental Sciences Undergraduate Degrees

The Department of Environmental Sciences also provides relevant course of study.

Environmental Science Systems Courses

You will study ecology, global climate systems, biodiversity, botany and chemical principles.

Work alongside faculty mentors with extensive backgrounds in biology, chemistry and natural systems and build your professional network through internships with local environmental and biotech companies.

Environmental Science Systems Careers & Median Salaries

$80,840 Biochemistry Professor

$99,740 Climate Change Scientist

$76,480 Environmental Consultant

$96,530 Environmental Engineer

$62,231 Science Journalist

Students in the Le Moyne Woods

From the atmosphere to the hydrosphere, you’ll learn to think like a scientist.

I know that in the future, I want to focus my professional energies on caring for the environment and ensuring that we all have a safe place to live. I feel like my internship with the New York State Department of Environmental Protection was a good stepping stone toward that goal.”

Hanna Oestrich ’24 Explore Career Advising
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FORCES

Many environmental science systems students participate in FORCES, Le Moyne’s chapter of Friends of Recreation, Conservation and Environmental Stewardship, a program of the New York State Parks Department.

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Dr. Jason Luscier

Program Director

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