The Department of Environmental Sciences is an interdisciplinary group of ecologists and geologists whose research and teaching interests address human impacts on the environment, earth surface processes and ecosystem science. The two main areas of focus in our department include biology: organismal/ecology and geology: surficial/environmental. We are committed to providing you with an excellent educational experience that includes real-life problem solving, and field and laboratory work.
average annual starting salaries for environmental careers
$61,340
Conservation Scientists and Foresters
$71,130
Environmental Scientists and Specialists
$91,130
Geoscientists
$63,420
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Environmental Sciences - A search for solutions
Make an impact on the future of our planet. Learn about the processes that shape our natural environment and solve real-life problems.
- World-class faculty — ecologists and geologists who are leaders in teaching, research and service
- Leading-edge research — human impacts on the environment, earth surface processes, ecosystem science, aquatic ecology and more
- Hands-on experience — field work, internships, labs, student organizations, volunteer work and collaboration with industry
- State-of-the-art facilities — Lake Erie Center, Plant Science Research Center and Stranahan Arboretum
Academic Degrees
Undergraduate
- B.S. in Biology (ecology and organismal concentration)
- B.S. in Environmental Sciences
- B.A. in Environmental Studies
Graduate
- M.S. in Biology (ecology and organismal emphasis)
- M.S. in Geology (earth surface processes emphasis)
- M.S. in Environmental Sciences
- Ph.D. in Biology (ecology emphasis)
- Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences
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MEET MADELINE SHUMAKER
B.S. in Environmental Sciences with a minor in environmental biology
"I chose the University of Toledo because of its supportive environment and strong emphasis on student involvement. When I competed in District Science Fair at UToledo during high school, I knew this university was the right fit for me... One of the highlights of my time here was completing my honors thesis under the guidance of Dr. William Hintz at the Lake Erie Center, contributing to the Maumee River Lake Sturgeon Reintroduction Program was incredibly rewarding. The experience helped me develop valuable skills and prepared me for the next steps of my academic journey... Another mentor who has been a significant impact on me is Dr. Todd Crail. He was a fantastic supervisor when I worked for Greening UToledo through service learning, a student-led organization aimed to plant more native plants across campus and native gardens, and he's been an excellent professor and guide throughout my studies." Read More