Why Major in Environmental Science at NCC?
Plant seeds of knowledge that can blossom into diverse professional paths—from lab-based research to on-the-ground conservation efforts to writing environmental policy—in the Associate in Science (AS) in Environmental Science program at Northampton Community College (NCC). Get hands-on experience in the laboratory and local ecosystems around our Bethlehem and Pocono campuses in PA, and prepare to transfer to a four-year institution or start your career after graduation.
Customizable Curriculum
Opt for electives and extracurricular opportunities that match your career goals. At NCC, prepare for a wide range of majors and fields related to the environment, such as laboratory sciences, wildlife conservation, resource management and environmental law. Consult your academic advisor and our career counseling team to plan how you can make the most of your NCC education.
Transfer Opportunities
Studying environmental science at Northampton Community College meets the requirements of the first two years of many four-year bachelor’s degree programs. In addition to the program alignment, we hold more than 100 transfer agreements to ease your transition, and your academic advisor can help you determine the courses and other steps you need to take to earn a place in your desired program.
Many of our environmental science majors transfer to schools such as East Stroudsburg University, Cedar Crest College, and the State University of New York College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry.
Learn more about transferring from NCC.
What You’ll Learn in This Program
Investigate and apply fundamental concepts of biology, chemistry, ecology, geography and geology to understand how living and nonliving things interact and form systems. Practice discipline-specific oral and written communication skills, scientific inquiries and the use of scientific instrumentation. The environmental science major is highly experiential, including laboratory and field work, hands-on research and robust training in environmental safety in delicate ecological settings.
Program Details
Semesters: 4
Credits: 63
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Locations: Bethlehem | PoconoProgram Overview:
Examine the biologic, hydrologic, geologic and atmospheric components of our environments and the role of human beings on the Earth. The environmental science associate’s degree program mirrors the first two years of most four-year bachelor’s degree programs, so you graduate well-equipped to work in the field or continue your studies.
BIOS220 Field Zoology
BIOS230 Field Botany
GEOG121 Environmental Sustainability
GEOG140 Investigating Climate Change
GEOG271 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
GEOL201 Physical Geology
HUMA150 Nature of the Environment
Tuition and Financial Aid
Save thousands of dollars on your first two years of a four-year degree by choosing the environmental science community college path at Northampton. Our tuition and fees are among the lowest in Pennsylvania, and environmental science majors can access further financial support through our impressive scholarship program.
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