Step into the forefront of ecological stewardship with Westfield State University’s Environmental Science Department. Our interdisciplinary environmental science curriculum empowers students to understand the intricate interactions between humanity and the earth. You’ll learn to cultivate a deep understanding of environmental dynamics and hone the skills necessary to tackle pressing environmental challenges.
Hands-on environmental science fieldwork
#1 Environmental School in Massachusetts and #26 in the Country - EnvironmentalScience.org
Environmental science internships
Experiential learning with faculty experts.
Our full-time department faculty members are all doctorally qualified in their disciplines. Despite the large number of environmental science majors at Westfield State University, our class sizes remain small, enabling one-on-one connection with expert faculty. Instructors will provide you with real-world experience through outdoor labs and fieldwork near our campus on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains.
When you study Environmental Science at Westfield State University, you’ll receive comprehensive support from the Center for Student Success and Engagement. Whether you're navigating the college transition, seeking academic advice, honing study strategies, or accessing various resources, our dedicated programs are ready to assist you.
Westfield State University has one of the largest Environmental Science departments in the Northeast — our program has been ranked #1 in Massachusetts and #26 in the country. The department emphasizes environmental science fieldwork and hands-on learning, including canoe trips on the Westfield River and nearby lakes, field trips to management and restoration sites, and the opportunity to experience a short-term study abroad course in Costa Rica or Ecuador.
Our environmental science graduates go on to work in exciting positions in a range of important job sectors, including:
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