Environmental Studies, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
Sample Plan for New Students
The sample shows a typical plan to complete the degree based on current degree requirements and course offerings, and is not the only possible plan. The number of credits for each course is in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites, and the order of courses in the sample plan accounts for these. Each new student, in consultation with their advisor, will complete a personal academic plan tailored to their specific goals and interests.
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Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 120 semester credits or 180 quarter credits
- Credits in Major: 52 semester credits or 78 quarter credits
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Semester-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
UCOR 1000 (3) |
UCOR Stage 1 (3) |
| Course 2 |
UCOR Stage 1 (3) |
UCOR Stage 2 (3) |
| Course 3 |
UCOR Stage 1 (3) |
EVST 2100 Natural History (3) |
| Course 4 |
College Language Requirement |
College Language Requirement |
| Course 5 |
EVST 1600 Sustainability, People and Environment (3) |
General Elective (3) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
EVST 2150 Geoscience (3) |
EVST 2950 Ethics, Equity & Environment (3) |
| Course 2 |
Gen Biol lecture/lab I (4) (satisfies UCOR 2800) |
Gen Biol lecture/lab II (4) (satisfies EVST 3200) |
| Course 3 |
UCOR Stage 2 (3) |
UCOR Stage 2 (3) |
| Course 4 |
General Elective (3) |
General Elective (3) |
| Course 5 |
General Elective (3) |
ENSC 1500 (3) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
UCOR Stage 2 (3) |
UCOR Stage 3 (3) |
| Course 2 |
UCOR Stage 3 (3) |
EVST 3050 Economics and Environment (3) |
| Course 3 |
EVST 3400 Applied Data Analysis (3) |
EVST 3500 Intro to GIS (3) Will be offered fall and spring |
| Course 4 |
EVST Specialization Elective (3) |
General Elective (3) |
| Course 5 |
EVST 3000 Environmental Politics (3) or EVST 4740 Intl Enviro Gov (3) (EVST 3000 will be in fall; EVST 4740 will be in spring) |
EVST 3750 Sustainability Careers (2) or EVST 4950 Internship (2) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 |
UCOR Stage 3 (3) |
UCOR Stage 3 (3) |
| Course 2 |
HIST 3510 Environmental History (3) (tentative) |
EVST 4900 Senior synthesis: Capstone (3) |
| Course 3 |
EVST Specialization Elective (3) |
EVST Specialization Elective (3) |
| Course 4 |
General Elective (3) |
General Elective (3) |
| Course 5 |
General Elective (3) |
General Elective (3) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
Prospective students can preview the semester-based University Core by reviewing the University Core Stages Visual (PDF) or explore the current University Core curriculum at seattleu.edu/core.
Curriculum Notes
Curriculum Notes specific to this sample degree plan will be updated throughout 2026.
Plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CAS Advising at ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.