BS Environmental Science

Course Overview DePaul's Environmental Science program provides a comprehensive, science-based curriculum designed to tackle modern environmental challenges and prepare you for a technical career. You will gain hands-on research experience alongside faculty experts in diverse fields and benefit from the program's prime location in Chicago. This unique setting offers direct access to a major urban ecosystem, Lake Michigan, and professional conferences, creating unparalleled opportunities for networking and practical learning. Key Program Highlights Hands-on research opportunities with faculty in soil science, restoration ecology, geology, and conservation biology Prime location in Chicago providing access to Lake Michigan, urban ecosystems, and major industry conferences Accelerated combined bachelor's + master's degree programs that can be completed in as few as five years Rigorous, broad science curriculum focused on understanding environmental problems and developing solutions Direct pathways to careers through interaction and networking with environmental professionals in the field