BA/BS in Geography and Environmental Studies

Sustainability and Environmental Studies centers on the people, planet and profit dimensions of sustainability. Students learn to craft solutions to local, regional and global challenges. They study how to safeguard ecosystems, conserve natural resources and raise quality of life, via classes, laboratories, internships, contact with alumni and field trips. Careers include environmental consulting, economic development, land use planning and environmental protection. Faculty bring expertise in climate science, tree-ring research, environmental modeling, ocean science, physical geography and remote sensing. Electives can be broad or specialised. The degree is awarded by Indiana State University, which holds Higher Learning Commission accreditation. Credit earned at regionally accredited institutions may be applied under the university's transfer guidelines, and the program page links to required courses and degree maps.