Master of Science in Environmental Health Sciences

Pursue your passion for research and study the effects of environmental stressors on human health with UMass Amherst’s MS in environmental health sciences.Our 42-credit master’s degree builds on strong foundations in basic sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics, with other disciplines in public health, including epidemiology, biostatistics, policy and science communication. Our MS program emphasizes high-quality research programs in specific areas of interest.Students interested in our MS in Environmental Health Sciences may also be interested in these other offerings.

Transcripts: Although no specific undergraduate courses are required for admission, successful applicants must have adequate undergraduate preparation in the basic sciences. Personal statement: Applicants’ personal statements are evaluated to assess not just their academic maturity and performance in the classroom, but also prior engagement with research projects and service to their community.Letters of recommendation (minimum of two)Résumé/CVPlease note, Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are not required and will not be considered or reviewed by our admissions committee.