Undergraduate Programs

The University of Toledo in Ohio is one of the region’s first universities to offer an Environmental Sciences bachelor’s degree. The program is designed for students who want to solve environmental problems through science and data.

The Toledo area is a perfect place to study the environment. Its diverse ecosystems — wetlands, savannahs, woodlands —  combined with its location near Lake Erie and a large human population make for an ideal natural laboratory.

Students study everything from air, water and soil pollution to climate change and animal, plant and ecosystem preservation. UToledo undergraduates work in the field to gain scientific skills. They also are required to take social science, humanities and other liberal arts courses to bring a human dimension to their science degrees.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES CONCENTRATIONS

UToledo Environmental Sciences undergraduates choose a concentration in:

• Astronomy
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Ecology
• Geology
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Public Health

Top Reasons to Study Environmental Sciences at UToledo

1. Innovative programming.

   New programs and resources include:

   • Minors in sustainability and renewable energy.
   • A concentration in public health.
   • The addition of drones to an already-robust fleet of boats, trucks and vans for field research.
   • An active-learning courtyard with sun, shade, rain and rock gardens. It was designed and constructed by environmental sciences students.
2. Experiential learning.

   • Collaboration with faculty on projects and research. Students have worked on urban gardens, controlling invasive species, habitat remediation and more.
   • Field studies in the Toledo area. Toledo has unique, diverse, natural habitats and landforms, as well as agricultural, urban and natural ecosystems that make it a rich laboratory for environmental sciences majors.
   • Field experiences throughout the United States, Canada, Trinidad, the Bahamas and Costa Rica.
   • Teaching and research in plant ecology and physiology in our on-campus greenhouse and our nearby, 47-acre arboretum.
   • A required, 100-hour internship.
3. The Lake Erie Center.

   UToledo is just 15 miles from western Lake Erie, a rich, unconventional laboratory for environmental research. This state-of-the-art research facility offers UToledo students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn and study. The facility has classrooms, research vessels specially equipped for work right on the lake and labs with the latest technology. UToledo faculty and students study harmful algal blooms, water quality and more.
4. A well-rounded environmental education.

   Jobs in the environmental field are growing faster than the national average. Employers look for candidates with broad understanding of the environment and what affects it. At UToledo, students study science but also are required to take liberal arts courses and classes in environmental economics, geography, political science and philosophy.
5. Expert faculty.

   • Edit international, scientific journals and bring the latest science discoveries to the classroom and lab.
   • Receive $2 to $3 million annually in grants to support graduate and undergraduate research.
   • Co-author more than 70 publications with student researchers each year.
6. Outstanding labs and facilities.

   Students study on campus and off campus at:

   • The Lake Erie Center
   • Stranahan Arboretum
   • The Plant Science Research Center
   • Greenhouses, wet and dry labs, and more
   • Oak Openings region, just west of Toledo

What jobs can I get with an environmental sciences degree?

A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences from The University of Toledo will give you the scientific, critical thinking and communication skills you need for a successful career. Jobs in the field are growing faster than the national average.

Who employs Environmental Sciences graduates?

• Environmental consulting firms
• Federal and state regulatory agencies
• Nonprofit and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• State, county and city parks
• State natural resource agencies
• Universities and secondary schools
• Wildlife ranges and zoological parks

Hands-On Learning Opportunities

At UToledo, we take you beyond the textbooks and the four walls of a classroom. These real-world experiences are what help our graduates gain professional skills and land jobs.

Tuition and Scholarships

Most new students don't pay full price. 94% of new UToledo students receive scholarships or other state and federal aid.

Keep in mind: Your cost will vary by college, program and a host of other options. This is the average amount full-time students pay per year.

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I live in Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., and will live on campus.

I live outside Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., have a 3.0 or higher GPA and will live on campus.

I live outside Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., have below a 3.0 GPA and will live on campus.

I live in Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., and will commute.

I live in Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., and will live on campus.

I live outside Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., and will live on campus.

I live outside Ohio or Monroe County, Mich., and will commute.

Tuition and Fees

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Choose Ohio First scholarship

Ohio residents who have been accepted into this STEM program are eligible for the Choose Ohio First scholarship — a four-year, renewable scholarship.

Choose Ohio First Scholarship

Honors College

The Jesup Scott Honors College at The University of Toledo offer our best and brightest the resources and opportunities needed to unlock your fullest potential. Whether you aspire following graduation to cure disease, innovate technology, advance statecraft, redefine markets, or express creatively, together we can fuel vibrant and promising tomorrows.

Honors students come from a variety of countries, backgrounds and cultures. While we may bond over a tough class, our differences make us blossom.

Benefits of Honors

The Honors College is a community of academically gifted students from all majors on campus. Students take unique Honors classes taught by dedicated Honors faculty and complete an Honors thesis or capstone project in their major, earning the Honors medallion at graduation within their normal program of study. Honors students are challenged to think more deeply and broadly about what they learn. With special academic, cultural, and professional development opportunities, their education extends beyond the classroom.

Honors students can also choose exclusive housing in the Honors Academic Village or the historic McKinnon, Scott and Tucker Halls.

Explore more about what the Honors College can offer you as a budding professional, inquisitive scholar, and engaged person.