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The Environmental Sciences major meets the increasing need among undergraduate students for a challenging, science-focused curriculum that fosters analytical skills and prioritizes solving environmental challenges for societal benefit. This program equips graduates to excel in entry-level roles within nonprofits and private companies, while also preparing them for advanced studies in environmental master's and PhD programs. Career possibilities span environmental assessment, advisory services, teaching, scientific investigation, urban planning, along with wildlife conservation, ecosystem rehabilitation, pollution control, environmental quality evaluation, sustainable initiatives, and beyond. Environmental Sciences undergraduates gain the necessary skills for diverse professional paths and postgraduate studies demanding solid natural science knowledge. The curriculum's building blocks encompass mathematics, life sciences, chemical studies, and physical sciences. Students complete required and optional courses through interdisciplinary offerings from both the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and the College of Letters & Science.