General Information:
Department of Geography, Geology and the Environment
336 Advanced Technology and Science Bldg.
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2389
Graduate Coordinator: Dr. Langdon Smith
724.738.2389 (office)
E-mail: Langdon.smith@sru.edu
Graduate Program:
Master of Science in Sustainable Systems (MS3):
The Masters of Science in Sustainable Systems (MS3) program is designed to produce environmental leaders with the skills to address our rapidly increasing environmental problems. Charting a sustainable future is essential to maintaining a high quality of life and healthy environment in the 21st Century. MS3 graduates will acquire the tools to become professionally successful and to influence changes in their communities. Each graduate will learn to critically evaluate our society's current interactions with the environment and will have the knowledge and experience to lead others as we find ethical and equitable solutions to our environmental challenges. The program is best suited to individuals with a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in the areas of geography, geology, biology, environmental studies or science, or related fields.
To
be considered for admission into the MS3 program, all applicants must submit
the following materials along with a completed application form and
non-refundable application fee.
1. Official scores from
the Graduate Record of Examination (GRE).
2. A final official
transcript sent directly from the institution that conferred the applicant’s
undergraduate degree, and official transcripts from any other undergraduate or
graduate coursework completed.
3. Two written letters of
recommendation. If the applicant is a recent graduate, at least one letter must
come from an undergraduate professor.
4. A cover letter
describing how this degree will help you reach your career goals.
5. A writing sample that
demonstrates your ability to communicate complex ideas in a well organized and
professional manner.
6. A resume.
In
addition to the credentials listed above, applicants should have an undergraduate
grade point average of 3.0 or higher (based on a 4.0 scale). Applicants who do
not meet all of the above criteria may be offered conditional admission upon
recommendation of the graduate coordinator and approval by the director of
Graduate Admissions.
For admission and course information, please download the FACT SHEET (.PDF).
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