Environmental Studies

Are you ready to tackle the biggest issues facing our planet? The Environmental Studies major at Hastings College blends courses from the sciences, humanities and social sciences to empower you to explore the complex relationship between people and the planet. Get ready to dive into an integrated approach to learning!

Apply your knowledge

Environmental Studies at Hastings College draws from biology, physical sciences, social sciences and the humanities — giving you a broad skill set and background to ensure you’re ready to address complex environmental challenges from every angle.

You’ll find yourself analyzing scientific data, exploring policy and engaging in real-world problem solving. You’ll be ready for your future, wether a field researcher, conservationist, or environmental lawyer.

Go further with a Hastings education

Thanks to our small class sizes (most have fewer than 20 students!), and a student-to-faculty ratio of 13:1, you’ll work closely with faculty and your advisor to complete your degree in four years. In fact, most students who graduate from Hastings do so in four years!

Our block-style semester structure means you’ll take just one or two classes at a time — which really lets you focus more intently on each class. It also lets faculty devote more time to every student because they’re only teaching one or two classes in a block!

Create your future

See for yourself how we tailor your education to your talents and your goals. Schedule a visit and we’ll demonstrate how Hastings will inspire you to reach your potential, or if you’re a high school senior, apply today.

Graduate with experience

At Hastings, you’ll step beyond traditional coursework! Our Environmental Studies program emphasizes field work and hands-on experiences. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your classroom learning in real environments, developing practical skills and exploring real-world environmental challenges.

Whether you pursue graduate school or dive directly into your career, you’ll be prepared for roles in fields like environmental law, recreation, wildlife management or park services. Our interdisciplinary approach ensures that you graduate ready to collaborate, communicate and lead — not just as a scientist or social scientist, but as a well-rounded professional.

At every step in your path you’ll appreciate the stepping stones of teaching, counseling, inspiring, supporting and guiding from our engaged faculty. It’s an experience that’s true to Hastings College and you won’t find it anywhere else.

Your experience matters

Maximize scholarships — Yes, you’ll get an academic scholarship. But you’ll also get a “plus one” scholarship from the group, team or area you’re part of. It’s a great way to help pay for school — but also to find your people.

We’ve thought a lot about the ways students learn and built a four-year plan to help you navigate it all. From finding your place and in Year 1, to showing the world you’re ready for what’s next four years later.

Your transition from college to a career begins your first semester. Every class, internship, research study and activity adds up. We love to celebrate all the ways you shine — your experience matters!

Get involved beyond the Environmental Studies classroom

Alpha Chi (Academic Honor Society)

In addition to Alpha Chi, there’s always something to do at Hastings. Student clubs, service learning, recreation and more make Hastings a great campus for student life.

Find scholarships for Environmental Studies majors

Your high school achievements can both fuel and fund your success at Hastings. We offer a range of generous and renewable academic scholarships based on your GPA. Then there’s “plus one” scholarships — an additional scholarship for participating in anything from athletics to the arts to media.

It all adds up to making Hastings an great choice for you and your family.

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