M.S. in Applied Environmental Science

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Environmental Science program will provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to establish and advance their careers in environmental science in a wide range of professional settings including industry, consulting, education, and policy. Students will graduate from the program ready to apply adaptive management strategies to address and mitigate real world environmental problems. The M.S. in Applied Environmental Science will offer coursework that addresses the needs of environmental consulting companies and other potential employers such as those in the offshore wind industry. This M.S. will provide students with both the theoretical foundations and opportunities to apply techniques and methods that are standard in the field of environmental science.

The M.S. in Applied Environmental Science is a full-time or part-time program offered in a face-to-face format on our Glassboro, NJ campus. It requires the completion of 30 graduate semester hours (10 courses).

• 10 Courses / 30 Semester Hours
• Foundation Courses: Yes
• Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No

*This course meets the OSHA training requirements found in 29 CFR 1910.120 for certification as a “40–Hour HAZWOPER” trained individual. A minimum of 40 hours attendance as well as 70% on the final exam in addition to a required practical portion of the course must be successfully completed in order to receive training certification. If earned, the training certification is valid for one (1) year.

Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.

Transfer Credit Evaluation Policy

Transfer credits will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program.

• Completed Application Form
• $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
• Bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) in natural, life or sustainability sciences from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of the number of credits earned)
• Current professional resume
• Typewritten statement of professional objectives
• Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)