$63,870 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Earth and Environmental Sciences
- Students gain a broad foundational understanding of concepts and research techniques in the physical, life, and interdisciplinary natural sciences that inform society about the physical world and environment in which we live. Each student, in consultation with his or her advisor, chooses a focus for in-depth coursework in one of three areas: Ecosystems, Earth & Climate, and Earth Observations. All levels of the curriculum emphasize analysis of data for critical evaluation of scientific arguments related to the study of Earth and environmental systems.
- Students majoring in Earth & Environmental Sciences at Boston University can take advantage of special opportunities that include BU’s Earth House living-learning community, as well as study abroad programs in Copenhagen, Ecuador, Italy, New Zealand, Washington, D.C., and Antarctica; qualified students may conduct mentored research toward Honors in the Major. The BA in Earth & Environmental Sciences prepares students for graduate study in the field or for entry-level employment in a variety of professions including environmental consulting, ecosystem management, private sector industry, governmental and private scientific agencies, science journalism, and environmental law.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $58560 | $58560 | $58560 | $58560 |
| Health Insurance | $3054 | $3054 | $3054 | $3054 |
| Books and supply | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 |
| Compulsory Fees | $1256 | $1256 | $1256 | $1256 |
| Total Fees | $63870 | $63870 | $63870 | $63870 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1430 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 34 | 36 | 1 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 110 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have proof of their senior secondary school transcripts with a minimum B average.
- Students required to maintain at least a 2.0 overall GPA.
Language Requirments:
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students required a Higher Secondary Certificate/ISC (State board exams may also be considered for admission).