Master of Science in Environmental Science (Non-Thesis)

Join the Master of Science Program at Oklahoma State University, one of the oldest programs in the United States, founded in 1977. Our interdisciplinary program offers a unique opportunity to integrate physical, biological, social and information sciences to study the environment and creatively address complex environmental problems. Over the last several decades our program has graduated over 340 Master’s students who are now lead scientists at EPA, professors and deans at major universities, industry and energy leaders, CEOs of environmental consulting firms, sustainability experts, tribal environmental program leaders, environmental educators, and leaders in a wide variety of municipal, state and federal agencies.

Thesis Option

The master’s degree with thesis in Environmental Science is a 30 hour Plan of Study comprised of:

12 hours of required core courses (see below)
12 hours of elective courses
6 hours of thesis
Thesis defense
Non-thesis option

The master’s degree in Environmental Science with the non-thesis option is a 32 hour Plan of Study comprised of:

12 hours of required core courses (see below)
18 hours of elective courses
2 hours of thesis
Formal Report presentation
Master of Science (MS) 30 hours – thesis; 32 hours non-thesis.

The above options may also include an oral or written presentation of a research proposal (depending on department and Advisory Committee requirements).

Core curriculum requirements for MS students include the following courses:

ENVR 5303 Issues in Sustainability
ENVR 5123 Environmental Problem Analysis
Natural or Physical Science (3 hours)
Skills Component (3 hours)