Environmental Engineering

Major

Why our environmental engineering program?

Engineers are natural problem-solvers, especially when it comes to environmental challenges. Lead the way in improving our world with a degree from our environmental engineering program.

As an environmental engineering student, you'll apply science and engineering knowledge to crucial environmental work, gaining unique skills. Our curriculum covers pollution control and treatment techniques and blends engineering, soil sciences, chemistry and biology for a meaningful career impacting society and the planet.

Within our program, you will learn about global issues like unsafe drinking water, climate change and sustainability. Extend your education beyond the classroom to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Program Criteria for Environmental Engineering and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

What will you learn while pursuing an environmental engineering degree?

As a student in our environmental engineering program, you'll:

• Engage in research: Collaborate with our dedicated faculty in research labs, gaining valuable experience, skills and insights.
• Gain a global perspective: Study abroad to Mexico, Germany, Finland or other countries, expanding your understanding of environmental issues.
• Make a lasting impact: Design and implement sustainable solutions, making a positive difference in the environment.
• Enhance environmental health: Improve pollution and waste management, promoting environmental responsibility. 
• Protect public health: Develop designs to safeguard human health and well-being.
• Address global challenges: Contribute to a healthier planet by addressing critical issues like unsafe drinking water and climate change.