Energy and Its Impacts, BA

Many of the issues facing humanity today center on energy: its supply, use, and impact on our environment. Energy and its Impacts is a 25-credit Integrated Learning Major that provides students with the background required to understand the origin of today’s energy problems and the ability to seek 21st-century solutions to the problems. The Energy and its Impacts Integrated Learning Major is intended to complement a broad range of primary majors in the natural sciences, the social sciences, engineering, or management. Students enrolled in the ILM will confront some of the most challenging issues in the global energy marketplace. The interdisciplinary approach will enable students to examine problems from multiple perspectives, enhancing critical thinking skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of people to collectively develop solutions. Students from a broad range of primary majors (in the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Engineering, or Management)will come together to confront some of the most important challenges that confront the world. A team-based capstone project will enhance interdisciplinary learning while building problem-solving skills.

You must be enrolled in or have graduated from an accredited secondary school. SAT/ACT scores will not be required for students applying for Spring 2026, Fall 2026, or Spring 2027 admission. Students who choose not to submit test scores will not be disadvantaged and will remain eligible for merit scholarships.