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Programs in Environmental Policy

Interested in new approaches to sustainable development? Engage in finding practical solutions that protect our planet for a better future.

Are you interested in field ecology, plant diversity, environmental anthropology, or environmental issues in developing nations? Our interdisciplinary programs combine understanding environmental problems with knowledge of human needs, history, politics, and economics. UTulsa’s program is designed to help you find your area of strength and tailor your learning experience around it.

UTulsa’s environmental policy programs include an option for a bachelor’s of arts or a bachelor’s of science. Through a dynamic and flexible curriculum, graduates gain critical and analytical skills to assess the implications of environmental challenges.

#1 University in Oklahoma, WSJ

100% Success Rate For Environmental Policy Majors

$76K+ Annual Median Pay for Environmental Policy Specialists

9:1 Student to Faculty Ratio

Professional Opportunities

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UTulsa environmental policy graduates are well-equipped to study policy on polluted areas, advise environmental officials, and promote waste reduction in the industry. Our alumni pursue careers in public and private sectors, encompassing government,  international organizations, nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations, businesses, and consulting firms. Alumni employers include world-renowned companies and institutions, including ConocoPhillips, the Indian Nation Council of Governments (INCOG), the U.S. Department of Transportation, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Job opportunities:

  • Urban planner
  • Environmental economist
  • Transportation engineer
  • Conservation scientist
  • Sustainability analyst
  • Environmental compliance officer

Beyond the Classroom

  • EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
  • STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
  • SOCIAL JUSTICE & SERVICE
  • JOB PLACEMENT
    • Set the stage for lifelong learning and success.

      Learning is an individualized journey that extends far beyond a major or the walls of a classroom. UTulsa's Office of Integrative and Experiential Learning (OIEL) provides opportunities for scholars to enliven their studies through global education, research, scholarship, and interdisciplinary programs. Our real-world academic enrichment opportunities are designed to challenge students and enhance their personal and professional educational experience.

      Experiential Learning

    • Make your UTulsa experience as rich and diverse as you like.

      UTulsa students have abundant opportunities to get involved with clubs and organizations to develop new skills, meet new friends, and make lifetime memories. From international clubs, music groups, and intramural sports to Greek life, student government, and on-campus leadership, there’s truly something for everyone at UTulsa. Our multifaceted extracurricular options perfectly complement our multidisciplinary academic approach.

      Student Organizations

    • Be the change you want to see.

      Students from UTulsa's Environmental Policy program actively volunteer at the Metropolitan Environmental Trust (MET), playing a crucial role in its environmental initiatives. These dedicated students participate in recycling drives, assist with educational outreach, and support administrative functions. Their involvement not only aids MET in promoting sustainability within the Tulsa community but also provides UTulsa students with practical experience and valuable skills relevant to their academic and professional development.

      Civic Engagement at UTulsa Metropolitan Environmental Trust (MET)

    • Pursue success with confidence — backed by UTulsa's job placement guarantee.

      UTulsa is committed to our students’ professional success, which is why our Center for Career Development & Professional Engagement, aka CaneCareers, offers a job placement guarantee. We promise that students who follow the program will land an entry-level job in their chosen field or continue their education within six months of graduation, or we’ll give them a free semester of graduate school.

      Job Placement

    The Environmental Policy program at UTulsa allowed me to engage in interdisciplinary studies on environmental issues, develop essential skills across various fields, and conduct extensive independent research, preparing me for my future career in environmental law.

    Liza Williams B.A.'23 Environmental Policy