Earth and Environmental Sciences
Graduates of Chico State’s Earth and Environmental Sciences (ERTH) programs are equipped to solve complex challenges facing the environment today. Our Geology and Environmental Sciences programs combine theoretical and applied learning taught by faculty managing all aspects of earth system science. More than half of our faculty have funded research projects by national agencies (NSF, NASA, etc.). Since 2018, 75% of our graduates are employed in the field or attending other graduate programs.
The demand for trained scientists has never been greater and we're ready to start your journey today!
Career Paths for ERTH Graduates
We’re proud to be leaders in California's North State for graduates entering the workforce.
Graduates of Chico State’s ERTH program are ready to make an immediate impact in careers such as:
- Environmental consulting
- Engineering geology
- Resource monitoring & management
- Hydrogeology
- Research & development
- Land stewardship
- Data science
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Earth and Environmental Sciences Programs
Disciplines within the Earth and Environmental Sciences are directed toward understanding the earth systems from the earth's core to the atmosphere. Students in our department have the opportunity to conduct applied and basic research in an effort to understand physical processes on and within the Earth, and human influences that affect the environment.
We have B.S. and M.S. programs in: 1) Geology and 2) Environmental Sciences. Geology is the study of Earth's past and the processes that have occurred throughout its history, and continue to alter our planet. Environmental science is the study of interactions within the Earth's biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and geosphere, concentrating on natural and human-caused perturbations such as pollution and changes to our climate and environment.
Curious about what a Geology or Environmental Science degree can do for you? Hear it straight from our faculty, students, and staff, while we explore the geological and environmental surroundings in and around Chico through this short video.
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Applications are now being accepted! With one of the highest 4-year graduation rates in the CSU system and lowest average student debt amounts in the country, Chico State offers one of the nation’s highest return on investment.
Nationally Ranked
U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks us in the top 10 of regional public universities in the West, and Forbes ranks Chico State as a top college for educational quality and value.
