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Associate of Earth and Environmental Science

Salt Lake Community College

Salt Lake City, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

Blends earth science and environmental science with research and field experience.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Graduates are expected to explain core concepts in Earth and Environmental Science
Apply appropriate methods to practical problems
Communicate findings clearly
And use discipline-relevant tools responsibly.

Career outcomes

Environmental science
Conservation
Natural resource management
Non-profit administration
Policy
Graduate study
(Graduates of predecessor majors: watershed monitor
Geologist
Science teacher)

Curriculum

Major drawing on biology
Chemistry
Physics
Geology
Data analysis and environmental justice. Students choose a concentration in Earth Science or Environmental Science
Collect and analyse data and apply it to environmental problems through research and field work.

Entry requirements

Academic

Proof of completion of secondary education equivalent to a US high school diploma
passport copy and proof of funds; no English test required for admission and no minimum GPA published (https://www.slcc.edu/iss/apply/apply-from-outside.aspx).

Accepted academic background

Official proof of completion of secondary education equivalent to a US high school diploma (English translation may be required); copy of passport main page; proof of funds (official bank statement of at least 28,974 USD for 2026-2027, plus 2,000 USD first dependent and 1,000 USD each additional; sponsor needs a signed financial statement of support)

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Financial Evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$15,479 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	_
Faculty or school	Science, Engineering and Math
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	61
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
Closed
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.