# Earth and Environmental Science

- MS

- Master's

 

 

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The MS in Earth and Environmental Science provides you with advanced knowledge and research skills to investigate Earth’s systems and solve complex environmental challenges. You’ll study topics such as environmental geoscience, hydrology, geochemistry, sedimentology, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), combining classroom instruction with field-based research.

This program is designed for flexibility, allowing you to tailor electives and research projects to your career goals. You’ll work closely with faculty mentors to develop expertise in your chosen focus area while building strong analytical and technical skills.

Graduates are well-prepared for careers in environmental consulting, resource management, and education, or to pursue doctoral studies in earth and environmental sciences. The program’s research opportunities and professional training position you for leadership roles in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private industry.

[See the Curriculum](http://catalog.montclair.edu/programs/earth-environmental-science-ms/).

 

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## Admission Requirements

- Equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree.
- Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the [international applicants page](/admissions-aid/how-apply-montclair-state-university/international-applicants) to review U.S. degree equivalency information.

## Application Checklist

- Application Deadline: Rolling admission.
- Online Application: [Submit application](https://graduate.montclair.edu/apply/) and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).
- Transcript: One from each college attended.
- Essays/Personal Statement: Please write an integrated essay providing a response to each of the following questions.
    - What are your goals for graduate study and your future career?
    - In what ways do your academic background and your professional experiences provide evidence of your potential for success in the program you selected and in your eventual career? Please give specific examples of relevant coursework and/or experience.
    - Is there any further information we should consider in assessing your candidacy?
- Letters of Recommendation: Two.

 

 

 

 

   

 



##  Questions? We’re Here to Help.

For more information about the MS in Earth and Environmental Science, advising, or research opportunities, please contact the department or admissions.



 

 

 

 

[Graduate Admissions Office](/offices-departments-centers/graduate-admissions-office)

 Get guidance on every step of the application process, from admission requirements and deadlines to transcripts, test scores and next steps toward enrollment. The Office of Graduate Admissions provides the information and resources needed to put forward a strong application.

 

 

- <graduate@montclair.edu>
- Telephone    [973-655-5147](tel:973-655-5147)
- Address    The Graduate Center, 4th Floor
 
 

 

 

[Program Coordinator: Dr. Huan Feng](/faculty-staff/huan-feng)

Get detailed information about the program itself—from curriculum and faculty expertise to research, internships and career outcomes. The program coordinator can explain how the program connects to your academic and professional goals.

 

 

- <fengh@montclair.edu>
- Telephone    [973-655-7549](tel:973-655-7549)
- Address   Center for Environmental &amp; Life Sciences 422
 
 

 

  

 

 

 

 

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