Use Data to Change the World—and Your Career
Prestigious Master’s in Environmental Science in 9 Months
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DRIVE ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION WITH DATA SCIENCE
To help solve our greatest environmental challenges, you need advanced skills in data science. Increase your impact with a data-focused approach to environmental science, tackling issues like climate, biodiversity loss, human health, and more with a scientific focus.
BUILD A 9-MONTH PROGRAM TO FIT YOUR GOALS
Craft an impactful career in 9 months in this customizable STEM-designated program: 2 environmental data science courses, 6 electives, 1 capstone project, and support finding a summer internship and/or employment. Create an on-ramp for the exact type of work you want to do in environmental science.
GAIN THE NETWORK AND RESOURCES OF UCHICAGO
With 101 Nobel laureates and a #11 university ranking, UChicago’s strong reputation means our alumni are highly sought after in the job market. UChicago is #3 in statistics, #9 in chemistry, #11 in biological sciences, #20 in earth sciences, and #24 in computer science.
FAST FACTS
Flexible Specializations
Focus on Climate Science, Biogeochemistry, Ecology, Environmental Policy, and more.
Ideal Location
Chicago prioritizes environmental progress and serves as an urban laboratory for related challenges—with the most diverse economy and #3 Metro Economy in the U.S. for strong career outcomes.
Merit-Based Scholarships
All applicants to the MS in Environmental Science program are considered for merit-based funding.
Apply your new data science skills to a project-based capstone focused on real-world problems.
JOIN A GROWING JOB MARKET
$108,020
Median salary for data science
36%
Projected job growth from 2023-2033. This is 9x the average growth rate for all careers in the U.S.
In-Demand Roles
Environmental policy and planning, urban planning and environmental resilience, regulatory compliance, environmental data analysis, water and resource management, conservation management, climate impact assessment, green energy forecasting, and more
Source: U.S. BLS
COMPREHENSIVE CAREER DEVELOPMENT POWERED BY UCHICAGO
“UChicago career exploration resources, seminars, and workshops have given me great insight into the many paths I could take after graduation. The staff there have been really helpful in providing advice and guidance throughout this process. UChicago has so much to offer, both academically and for personal growth.”
-Chiza Mwinde, PhD candidate
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TO A TOP-TIER MS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Gain highly valued environmental data science skills and the robust network of UChicago to propel your career forward. Let our top-ranked, Ivy-plus network go to work for you.