Master’s in Environmental Studies and Sustainability
Master of Professional Science
Next start date is March 15. No GRE needed and applying is free!!
Deliver sustainable solutions
Help communities confront climate change. Make the case for environmental action. Advance or change your career—then change the world.
Unity College’s online Master of Professional Science in Environmental Studies and Sustainability gives you a foundation in sustainability science, blending technical know-how with problem-solving. It’s the perfect next step for careers in planning, policy, advocacy, and other arenas.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does it cost?
Your online education should be affordable and manageable. Our team of distance education concierges will work with you through the admissions process to help you plan and pay for your degree. Learn more about the costs here.
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How fast can I finish?
It depends on whether you have credits earned from other institutions, whether you plan on taking one or two classes per term, and if you take a term off. Our distance education concierges and academic advisors are here to help you plan and stick to your educational goals. Talk to us today!
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How many credits can I transfer?
Apply online (it’s free!) and a distance education concierge will reach out to create an individualized plan for transferring your credits. We will consider up to nine transfer credits for our graduate programs.
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What courses will I be taking?
For course requirements, browse our Master’s in Environmental Science and Sustainability degree checklist or view our full course catalog for a better look into your program. Then apply online for free to get started.
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Career Outlook
Earn your degree.
Unlock new opportunities.
Median pay for sustainability program directors in 2018.
Projected 10-year growth of sustainable-community planners.
Median salary of Unity College Environmental Studies and Sustainability alumni working in their field.
Median pay for sustainability program directors in 2018.
Projected 10-year growth of sustainable-community planners.
Median salary of Unity College Environmental Studies and Sustainability alumni working in their field.
*Source: Burning Glass Technologies. “Labor Insight™ Real-Time Labor Market Information Tool.” Updated March 11, 2020.
What is sustainability science?
Sustainability science is a problem-based, solution-oriented framework for creating a long-lasting planet. This framework combines technical sustainability with skills based in social sciences and humanities. Those interested in sustainability can become change agents in political, economic, and cultural arenas.
Why earn an environmental studies and sustainability degree?
Leaders like you are needed to develop solutions to pressing environmental issues. Complement your current skill sets with training in business and communications. Gain experience in the tenets of sustainability. All of this can be done from the comfort of your home with Unity’s online degree.
What to expect in your environmental studies and sustainability program:
- Quick time to completion. Full-time students can earn their degree in as few as 12 months.
- Small classes. You will receive the same individualized attention as on-campus students.
- Easy application. Unlike many master’s programs, Unity doesn’t require you to submit a GMAT or GRE score.
- Flexible start time. Choose from one of five start dates throughout the year.
Ready to create a sustainable future? Apply online today.
Careers and Outcomes
Follow your curiosity.
Realize your potential.
Faculty Profiles