Bachelor of Arts in Earth Science - Environmental Science

The Environmental Science concentration within the Earth Science major integrates geology, biology, chemistry, and physics in an effort to have students undertake a scientific study of the environment and the effects of humans on Earth systems. The concentration/major is made up 15 credits from several groups of courses outlined below. The Earth Science major provides graduates with a broad understanding of the physical and chemical processes that operate in and on the planet and how direct and indirect methods are used to examine and understand the structure, composition, and dynamics of the Earth. Graduates appreciate how humans and ecosystems interact with the dynamic Earth, and they have an in-depth knowledge of the atmosphere and climate change, the rock cycle, natural hazards, and the hydrologic and biogeochemical cycles. Additionally, they understand how to measure and use the structure, sequence, and properties of rocks, sediments, and fossils to reconstruct events in Earth's history and identify potential natural hazards or earth resources.

Common Application or Coalition Application & Penn-specific Essay Official High School Transcript School Report Letters of Recommendation (3) Early Decision Agreement (only if applying for Early Decision) Mid-Year Report Regular Decision: Must be submitted directly by the school as soon as mid-year grades are available Final Report Required in June for matriculating students