Fast-Track Your Career
Earn your master’s in as little as 12 months. With year round start dates, you can advance your career sooner.
Designed for Balancing Work, Life, and Ambition
A Better Way to Earn Your Master’s
Built for Real Life
Affordable by design, with the flexibility to balance school, work, and what matters most.
Impact-Driven Learning
Learn by doing with project-based courses that address real-world challenges, guided by experts in the field.
Graduate Education That Pays Off
Lower Cost.
Higher Value.
At Unity Environmental University, we believe cost should not stand in the way of a meaningful career. As new federal loan limits take effect, many graduate programs are becoming harder to afford. Unity was built with this reality in mind. With tuition locked through 2030 and total program tuition below federal borrowing limits, students can complete their degree using federal aid alone.
*Based on 30-credit programs at $550/credit.
Source: Education Data Initiative (https://educationdata.org)
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Unity’s online programs are trusted by over 10,000 students across all 50 states. |
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88% of Unity graduates are employed or earning advanced degrees within 6 months. |
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Tuition Rate Lock
Unity’s tuition is locked through 2030, meaning your rate won’t increase while you’re enrolled, providing cost certainty from start to finish.
Total Tuition Cost: $16,500-$18,900
The total degree tuition falls below the annual federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan limit, making it possible to finance your education without relying on additional private loans.
Military Friendly
Unity supports active-duty service members, veterans, and their families with a reduced tuition rate of $535/credit. VA education benefits, including the GI Bill®, Chapter 31, Chapter 35, Active Duty TA and others, may be used toward the cost of your degree.
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Transparent, Predictable Pricing
See why 98% of Unity students don’t need private loans.
Affordable, Transparent Tuition
With no hidden fees!
Flexible Payment Options
Plans that fit your budget.
Locked-In Tuition
7 years with no tuition increase.
Earn While You Learn
Work full-time while studying.
Personalized Financial Plan
Know your cost before you start.
Low Textbook Costs
Free materials in most courses.
FAQ
Questions? We’ve Got Answers
We’re here to assist you every step of the way. Our FAQ’s will guide you through what you need to know about Unity’s unique affordable, flexible class structure.
Yes. Unity is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), a voluntary, peer-reviewed, nonprofit organization that ensures institutions meet rigorous standards of quality and effectiveness. NECHE also accredits prestigious universities such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
We offer 3 types of master’s degrees:
MS (Master of Science): A research-focused degree ideal for students who want to pursue a research-related career or a PhD.
MPS (Master of Professional Science): A professionally-focused degree designed for students looking to advance or pivot in their careers.
SMBA (Sustainable MBA): A specialized MBA emphasizing sustainability and social responsibility in business leadership.
We offer 5 terms throughout the year. Each term is 8 weeks long and courses are fully asynchronous (no set class times), with key deadlines on Wednesdays and Sundays each week.
You can take 1 or 2 courses per term, depending on your schedule and goals. Taking 2 courses (6 credits) lets you finish in as little as 1 year, while taking 1 course (3 credits) offers more flexibility and typically takes about 2 years. For each 3-credit course, expect to spend around 22.5 hours per week on coursework, readings, and assignments.
Along with your application, you’ll need to provide your college transcript showing a completed bachelor’s degree, the conferral date, and a minimum GPA of 2.25. If your GPA is below 2.25, you can still apply, but will need to complete a 500-level (or higher) course through our Learning Market and earn a grade of “B” or better before starting your master’s program.
MS and MPS programs require 30 credits, while SMBA programs require 36 credits. With five terms per year, you can take 3 or 6 credits per term, allowing you to adjust your schedule as needed.
No. Instead, MPS and SMBA programs include a capstone project, while MS students engage in a larger applied research project.
Past capstone research projects have included:
- A Framework for Monitoring Nightjars in Maine
- Brazilian Waterweed in Fence Rock Lake
- Food Access in Denton, Texas
- Impact of Riverside Homeless Encampments on Water Quality
- Northeast Florida Land Acquisition Through the Florida Forever Program
- Plant Palettes for Enhancing Biodiversity and Conserving Water
- Pollinator Gardens
- Recommendations for Improving the Pikes Peak Region (PPR) 2030 Sustainability Plan
- The Future of Alaska’s Wild Places
- The Twiga Walinzi Initiative
