Explore new career frontiers and tackle global issues with a foundation in data science for the environment from UChicago

Tools for a Changing World

Whether you are making a mid-career transition or have a background in environmental science and want to strengthen your skills, UChicago’s MS in Environmental Science can open new doors. The program’s core classes provide a foundation in data science tools needed across a wide range of environmental disciplines, with a capstone project to hone your skills. The program’s electives allow you to specialize in areas such as climate science, biogeochemistry, ecology, and environmental policy.

New Career Paths

Expertise in environmental science is increasingly valuable to understand and address critical issues like a rapidly changing climate, biodiversity loss, and human health. In just under a year, UChicago's MS in Environmental Science will prepare you to enter this rapidly growing field. Whether your goal is public policy, corporate sustainability, ecosystem conservation, or green investing, training in environmental data science will open new career paths. 

Career Services

Whether you are looking for a summer internship or exploring career opportunities across industries, the Career Services Office in the Physical Sciences Division is here to support you in your journey. We work with graduate students to reach their career goals through individualized career advising and professional development workshops. By partnering with career services professionals across the University of Chicago, we facilitate connections with employers, alumni in your field, and recruitment opportunities, empowering you to succeed in your chosen path. 

The MS in Environmental Science is eligible for the STEM OPT extension.

Careers opportunities include:

• Environmental policy and planning
• Conservation management 
• Climate impact assessment  
• Corporate sustainability 
• Green energy forecasting 
• Urban planning and environmental resilience 
• Environmental justice 
• Regulatory compliance 
• Environmental data analysis 
• Water and resource management

“The demand for environmental science training is widespread and increasing, with environmental issues permeating all sectors of society.”

Prof. Maureen Coleman, Director of MS in Environmental Science