Biology (Environmental Justice) ,BS
Climate, Conservation, Earth Science, Ecology, Global Warming, Pollution, Sustainability, approved for STEM-OPT extension, ecosystem, ethics, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
Passionate about equity and the environment? Explore how access to clean air, water and green spaces connects to equity and justice. Build the skills to improve community well-being and create healthier futures through science, advocacy and action.
In the Bachelor of Science program in biology with a concentration in environmental justice, you examine living systems through experiential learning and scientific inquiry. By learning in an integrative environment that emphasizes the interconnectedness of the life sciences and social sciences through the lens of justice and equity, you gain an understanding of broader scientific concepts and how science can be applied to social policies to achieve positive outcomes for communities and ecosystems.
All the program's core courses include laboratories to provide you with ample practice in science inquiry, including the development of scientific questions, designing experiments and collecting data, and data analysis.
You are encouraged to conduct independent research under the mentorship of faculty members or during internships. Some even publish in top journals and present their results at scientific meetings. You can apply your research to inform social policies, aiming to improve outcomes for marginalized communities and natural ecosystems.
This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.
The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.
- College/school:
New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Location: West Valley
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
- First
required math course:
MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
or MAT 251 Calculus for Life Sciences - Math
intensity: Moderate
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students in the biology program with a concentration in environmental justice are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Students in these programs build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network. Participation in a study abroad program provides students with the heightened cultural competency and strengthened leadership and critical thinking skills that enhance their resumes and help them stand out in a competitive career field. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences can explore how their varied fields and interests interact in different settings around the world.
Graduates of the program can apply their science research skills and knowledge to a variety of careers in the life sciences. Opportunities include careers in wildlife or animal conservation, formal or informal science education environments, or environmental consulting; some go on to pursue science or policy graduate study.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
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1.2%
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$98,920
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1.2%
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$98,920
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8.5%
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$105,650
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3.4%
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$73,010
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4.4%
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$82,220
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4.4%
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$82,220
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2.9%
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$94,980
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1.6%
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$76,780
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1.2%
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$98,920
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3.0%
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$83,050
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School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences
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