Environmental Science M.S. with a Specialization in Environmental Chemistry

Uncover the Connections between Environmental Science and Chemistry

Do you enjoy learning about how nature and humanity interact on a chemical level and want to take your education to the next level? Pursue a Master of Science in Environmental Science with a Specialization in Environmental Chemistry from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Through the interdisciplinary approach of this graduate program, you will receive hands-on experience in sampling and monitoring, air/water pollution, soil/groundwater remediation, environmental chemodynamics and more.

Take Your Career in a Fresh Direction

Choosing a specialization in Environmental Chemistry for your Master of Science in Environmental Science will provide you a range of career options. It serves as an excellent foundation for further academic training in environmental sciences and occupational health. And with the proximity of UHCL to companies that play an integral role in the oil and gas industry, this degree can also prepare you for opportunities in government and the private sector.

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Admission Requirements

Take your education to new heights in University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Science and Engineering. Learn the next steps to being admitted now.

• Environmental Science M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • A GPA of 3.0 or higher on the applicant's last 60 hours of college credit is preferred, but a somewhat lower GPA may be accepted by some faculty committees, if the other criteria are favorable.
  • GRE waived for fall 2021 semester.
  • A personal statement outlining academic background, academic and career goals, and declaration of a specialization under the Environmental Science degree plan. Two letters of recommendation are suggested, but not required.
  • Additional Requirements – At least 34 undergraduate credit hours of natural science courses and 6 undergraduate credit hours of math courses prior to admission.

• Graduate Requirements
• International Student Requirements

Degree Requirements

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