Graduate Environmental Sciences

The University of Virginia’s Graduate Program in Environmental Sciences offers interdisciplinary M.A., M.S., and Ph.D. training that brings together ecology, geosciences, hydrology, and atmospheric sciences within a single, collaborative department. Students work closely with faculty across these four core areas to build strong scientific foundations while pursuing original research that addresses physical and ecological processes with relevance to global environmental challenges.

With a curriculum that integrates advanced coursework, field and laboratory research, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration, the program prepares students to conduct rigorous scientific investigation and contribute new knowledge to environmental science. Graduate students engage in research that spans disciplinary and methodological boundaries, supported by faculty expertise and an environment that fosters cooperation across traditional scientific fields.

Designed for students aiming for careers in research, applied science, environmental consulting, government agencies, and academia, the program provides comprehensive scientific training while encouraging innovative approaches to understanding and solving complex environmental problems.