Program Details

Minor in Environmental Science and Analysis

Minor

Randolph College

The world's great issues do not have disciplinary boundaries, and neither should your mind. To pursue life work in the realm of the environment, you must grasp the complex interactions that characterize today's most pressing environmental problems, which lie at the nexus of natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The Environmental Program at Randolph College provides a rigorous, interdisciplinary course of study, enriched with research and practical experiences. Many academic opportunities are available to environmental majors, such as the Natural History and Archeology Collections Project, the Randolph College Organic Garden, the Marine Biological Laboratory in Environmental Science at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, Summer and semester fieldwork, and off-campus and study-away options. The degree programs provide the knowledge base and the practical skills needed for graduate or professional school, private consulting, public advocacy or administration, and careers with government agencies and laboratories as well as non-governmental organizations. The minors in Environmental Studies & Sustainability and in Environmental Science and Analysis are appropriate for students in any major program who wish to add an environmental perspective to their chosen field. Students majoring in environmental studies or environmental science are encouraged to pursue a minor in a relevant discipline, such as biology, business, chemistry, media and culture studies, creative writing, data science, economics, engineering, global studies, computer science, mathematics, political science, psychology, or studio art. In particular, students with an interest in conservation are encouraged to minor in biology with courses including botany, zoology, and ecology, and those interested in technical careers to minor in chemistry, data science, or engineering.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Randolph College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights

Program Credit Requirements

Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

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Applicable Admissions Agreements

There are no Applicable Admission Agreements for the Program.

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Completion of the general education certificate or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will not guarantee completion of the general education component of the Randolph undergraduate curriculum. Courses will be evaluated individually upon transfer.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	Completion of the general education certificate or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will not guarantee completion of the general education component of the Randolph undergraduate curriculum. Courses will be evaluated individually upon transfer.
Credit for Prior Learning	Not Available
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Randolph College

College Level Information

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Number of Transfer Students

Percent of Accepted Transfer Students

90% of transfers admitted, the average GPA is 3.12.

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Randolph College's total undergraduate enrollment is around 650, with 98% being full-time students. Generally, 60% percent are women and 40% are men, mirroring the national average. Randolph College enrolls graduate students in several programs including a Master of Arts in Teaching, M.F.A. in Creative Writing or Theatre, and a Master of Arts in Coaching and Sport Leadership. Randolph's students come from many states and countries and about 75% are Virginia residents. The student body includes around 35% domestic non-white students. Members of Randolph's first-year class are high achievers, with GPAs averaging about 3.56. A remarkable 96% of Randolph's 69 full-time faculty members hold the highest possible degree in their fields. Randolph offers a rigorous liberal arts curriculum in small classes taught by engaged, caring professors, never graduate students. The average class size is 9, and the student: faculty ratio is 8:1. Around 30 majors and over 40 minors, as well the option of an independently designed major tailored to your interests. Co-curricular experiences bring real world focus to every major and require significant independent research. Five pre-professional programs, including law, medicine, veterinary medicine, teacher licensure, engineering, and other health-related studies. A cooperative, dual degree career program in engineering allows students to earn a degree at Randolph and a second degree from another institution (Washington University in St. Louis or the University of Virginia) in a compressed time frame. Unique opportunities like the American Culture Program, the Symposium of Artists & Scholars, the Randolph Innovative Student Experience (RISE) grant program, and the Summer Research Program.
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	See the transfer application process;https://www.randolphcollege.edu/admission/apply/transfer-student/

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Germanna Community College	Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Science	Associate	Associate of Arts and Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Integrated Environmental Studies	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Sweet Briar College	Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
University of Lynchburg	BS in Environmental Sciences and Sustainability	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Emory & Henry University	Environmental Studies: Science (BS)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Roanoke College	Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
19-2041.01	Climate Change Policy Analysts	Research and analyze policy developments related to climate change. Make climate-related recommendations for actions such as legislation, awareness campaigns, or fundraising approaches.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
13-1041.00	Compliance Officers	Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.06	Coroners	Direct activities such as autopsies, pathological and toxicological analyses, and inquests relating to the investigation of deaths occurring within a legal jurisdiction to determine cause of death or to fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained deaths.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.08	Customs Brokers	Prepare customs documentation and ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods. Determine and track duties and taxes payable and process payments on behalf of client. Sign documents under a power of attorney. Represent clients in meetings with customs officials and apply for duty refunds and tariff reclassifications. Coordinate transportation and storage of imported goods.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
13-1041.01	Environmental Compliance Inspectors	Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
19-2041.02	Environmental Restoration Planners	Collaborate with field and biology staff to oversee the implementation of restoration projects and to develop new products. Process and synthesize complex scientific data into practical strategies for restoration, monitoring or management.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
25-1053.00	Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary	Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.	Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
19-4042.00	Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health	Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-2041.00	Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health	Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
13-1041.03	Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers	Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
19-4071.00	Forest and Conservation Technicians	Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
13-1041.04	Government Property Inspectors and Investigators	Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations
19-2041.03	Industrial Ecologists	Apply principles and processes of natural ecosystems to develop models for efficient industrial systems. Use knowledge from the physical and social sciences to maximize effective use of natural resources in the production and use of goods and services. Examine societal issues and their relationship with both technical systems and the environment.	Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
13-1041.07	Regulatory Affairs Specialists	Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 20 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Randolph College These costs are based on an estimated 1 semesters or 0.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category	Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition	$14,720	Per Semester	$14,720	$0	$14,720	Randolph College bills a per semester flat tuition for undergraduates. For part-time, degree, nonresident students, as well as fifth year undergraduate students and nontraditional undergraduate students (age 24 and over) a fee of $1094.00 per credit hour will be billed.
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Housing and Food (formerly known as Room & Board)	$6,175	Per Semester	$6,175	0	$6,175	Per Semester Room & Board
Enrollment Deposit	$300	Per Semester	$300	0	$300	Required only of NEW students and due May 1
Study Abroad Fee	$1,500	Per Semester	$1,500	0	$1,500	Affiliated Programs per semester. Fees for these programs vary. Students interested in off-campus programs, either study abroad or domestic, should consult with the Associate Provost regarding applicable fees for each program. Please note that fees can range from $250.00 to $2500.00.

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Tuition & Fee Notes:

Audit Fee Per Credit
- $175 with prior permission of instructor, a special, part-time, non-degree, non-resident student may audit courses, with the exception of courses in art studio, music performance lessons, physical education activity courses, and science courses with required laboratory.
Summer Online Undergraduate Course Fee
- Tuition for most undergraduate courses is $1,500. Lab science courses are $1,125 for the course and $750 for the lab component.
Summer Independent Study Per Credit Fee
- $150
Experiental Learning Per Credit Fee
- $150
Orientation Fee
- $200, One time only.
Student Government (Activity) Fee
- $350, One time only.
Technology Fee
- $520 Annual fee for residential, commuter and online students. One time only.
Graduation Fee
- All graduates (both bachelors and masters) are charged a graduation fee of $200 in the term in which they are scheduled to graduate. The fee is used to partially offset costs associated with Commencement, including the graduation robe, cap, and tassel, printing of diplomas and programs, speaker travel and accommodations, etc. One time only.
Student Accident Insurance
- All full-time Randolph College students are covered by an Individual Student Accident Policy. This policy assures that if a student is injured during the academic year, there is up to a $5,000 accidental medical benefit in place. The mandatory plan is a nominal charge of $61 per semester charged to the student's tuition account. Since unforeseen illnesses and accidents do happen, Randolph College is working to facilitate a student's academic success by not having to worry about unforeseen medical bills due to lack of coverage.
Student Medical Costs
- The services of the College nurse practitioner, nurses, and counselors, and the use of the Health and Counseling Center are provided to residential students without additional cost. Non-residential, full-time students are charged a mandatory, nonrefundable fee of $50 per semester for Health Center and Counseling Center services. Patients are expected to pay for medications, laboratory work and, if additional medical attention is desired, for such fees as those of the hospitals, urgent care centers, surgeons, special nurses, and/or consulting physicians.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.