Environmental Policy

Are you seeking a fulfilling career in environmental policy? Do you want to enroll in an affordable program that helps you grow in your understanding of the cultural, economic, and environmental aspects of sustainability? Earning your environmental policy bachelor of arts degree at Wilson College is the perfect first step.

Our environmental policy degree in Pennsylvania prepares you for careers within private companies, governmental, and non-governmental organizations with a program that encourages you to:

• Gain a broad understanding of the social, ethical, and economic aspects of environmental issues.
• Prepare for a career in environmental law, policy, advocacy, business or communications.
• Discover the tools for ethical leadership and humane stewardship of our communities and world in the the public, private or non-profit sectors.

Majoring in environmental policy will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to be a leader in environmental agencies, businesses, and nonprofits.

Environmental Policy Highlights 

This program provides a comprehensive environmental policy education. Many of our courses focus specifically on experiential and service learning for an experience that is:

• Interdisciplinary: Courses cover topics from biology to econmics, offering an interdisciplinary approach.
• Collaborative: Experience the opportunity to learn alongside and collaborate with students who are just as passionate about environmental science.
• Supportive: Get the help you need from professors available through email, and group and one-on-one Canvas discussions.
• Focused: Expand your understanding of the principles of environmental policy in small, focused classes where your opinion counts.
• Practical: Develop practical knowledge and skills you'll apply to your future profession.
• Customizable: Create a program that fulfills your interests and passions with your choice of electives.

Pursue a hands-on environmental education on our 300-acre campus, situated along the banks of the Conococheague Creek. 

Why Study Environmental Policy? 

At Wilson College, our environmental policy degree aims to help students connect theory to application and experience, preparing them for successful careers. 

You'll learn to: 

• Understand basic principles of environmental science, stewardship and ethics with field experience in both natural and human environments.
• Develop an understanding of organizational structures and management strategies relevant to environmental agencies, businesses, and nonprofits.
• Organize society, pass laws, and shift economies to improve the environment and sustainability.

Core classes: 

• Environmental Geology
• Intro to Environmental Science
• Applied Environmental Science
• Environmental Law and Economics
• Introductory Botany
• Environmental Education
• Watershed Stewardship
• Internship
• Ecological Perspectives
• Environmental Ethics 

Plus: 

• Contemporary Biology
• Introduction to Management
• Intro to Macroeconomics
• Science, Technology and Society
• Business Environment and Public Policy
• Intro to Macroeconomics OR
• Understanding Statistics

Environmental Policy Career Paths 

An environmental policy degree will prepare you to enter the workforce after graduation or pursue further education with a related graduate degree.

At Wilson College, all our environmental policy students will complete an internship within their selected area of focus. During the program, students will also have the opportunity to pursue independent study courses in specialized research areas. No matter where you envision yourself in the future, our experienced faculty will help guide and pave the way for you to get there.

Here are a few job opportunities to consider: 

• Environmental policy
• Environmental educator
• Agricultural scientist
• Environmental law
• National resource manager
• Nature conservation officer 

Take the Next Step Today 

Interested in enrolling in an environmental policy college in Pennsylvania? You'll be able to achieve your goals here at Wilson College. With 98% of our students receiving financial aid and scholarships, we've made pursuing your passions affordable and accessible. 

Schedule a campus visit or apply today!