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Bachelor of Climate Science

Iowa State University

  • Ames, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A major giving a foundation in how the climate system works plus data analysis, Planning and science communication skills.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: no
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills related to Climate Science.

Career outcomes

  • Climate Science Specialist
  • Climate Science Assistant

Curriculum

  • Core courses in climate science and complementary areas
  • Plus at least one focus area: advanced climate science
  • Data visualization
  • Design and planning for sustainability
  • Food/agriculture/biodiversity
  • Policy and human behavior
  • Or science communication.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • High school GPA equivalent to 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or SAT 1200+/ACT 25+); Core courses of 4 years English
  • 3 science
  • 3 mathematics and 2 social studies; English proficiency proof; Financial statement.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with core courses: 4 years English, 3 science (2 lab), 3 mathematics, 2 social studies

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 71
  • Duolingo 105
  • PTE Academic 48

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts
  • Identification document
  • Application form
  • Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and rolling deadline. Apply 6-8 weeks ahead
  2. Up to one year before the start (). Apply online in the application portal and pay the nonrefundable 65 USD fee by credit card. Upload official high school or college records
  3. Proof of English proficiency and the financial statement. SAT/ACT is optional for applicants educated abroad. Receive the admission decision and Form I-20
  4. Then apply for the F-1 student visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$33,547 USD
Application fee$65 USD
Deposit$0 USD

Program details

CampusAmes
Faculty or schoolCollege of Liberal Arts and Sciences
DepartmentEarth, Atmosphere, And Climate
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay0 year
Scholarship notePotential institution scholarships may have separate eligibility and application requirements; Confirm availability for this program.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    3 Oct 2026

    Closed
  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    31 Jan 2027

    79 days left
  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    3 May 2027

    171 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.