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The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science offers a comprehensive suite of educational pathways designed to cultivate the next generation of environmental leaders. Students can pursue advanced scientific expertise through our four premier graduate degrees, or gain critical career advantages via our flexible, non-credit professional studies and certificate programs.
Additionally, we provide undergraduates with immersive, hands-on internships at our research locations across Maryland, bridging classroom learning with real-world scientific discovery.
At the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, students dive into the urgent challenges facing our planet, uncovering solutions that protect both natural resources and the communities that rely on them.
From tracking rockfish migration and monitoring pollution in the Chesapeake Bay to analyzing how warming climates alter our forests, our graduate students are on the front lines of ecological research. Partnering with the University System of Maryland, we offer immersive M.S. and Ph.D. programs that transform passion into measurable global impact.
The Office of Professional Studies advances the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s educational mission through innovative, non-credit programs designed to strengthen the regional workforce and build resilient communities. By offering globally recognized professional certificates, skills-based courses, and K-12 educator training, the office provides flexible, research-backed learning options tailored to diverse student needs. These comprehensive programs empower individuals to upskill, pivot careers, and make a positive, lasting impact within their local environments.
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science provides undergraduate students with immersive, hands-on internship opportunities at our research locations across the state. Through these programs, students work directly alongside faculty experts, gaining invaluable real-world experience in field research and environmental science. This practical training equips the next generation of scientists with the critical skills and professional networks needed to launch successful careers in environmental stewardship.