About Environmental Sciences, B.s. in California State University, Fresno
Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary discipline, integrating principles of physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics, as well as quantitative and critical thinking skills, to address geological and environmental challenges.
Coursework and research emphasizes field and laboratory investigations of the environment Our field orientation takes advantage of the university's proximity to the Sierra Nevadas, the California Coast Ranges, coastal California, and the desert provinces. Our unique location gives faculty and students access to an unparalleled outdoor laboratory, all within short trips from the university.
The department's close relationship with state agencies and the private sector enables many students to pursue internships or part-time employment in geologic and environmental work while they complete their degrees.
Academic qualification equivalents
- All college or university transcripts with English translation. High school transcript is required for lower-division applicants.
English language requirements
- TOEFL – 61 iBT, or
- IELTS – 6.0 or with 5.5 Band score in each section.
California State University, Fresno Highlights
| College Type |
Public |
| Establish Year |
1911 |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| On-Campus Residence |
Available |
| Academic Calendar |
Semester Based |
| Session Intakes |
Fall and Spring |
| Acceptance Rate |
58% |
| Financial Aid |
Available (Aids, Grants, and Scholarships) |
California State University, Fresno Cost of Attendance
- The following are the undergraduate and graduate tuition costs at California State University, Fresno:
| Expense |
Undergraduate (in USD) |
Graduate (in USD) |
| Tuition |
16,089 |
15,147
20,007 (for MBA) |
| Books and Supplies |
900 |
900 |
| Room and Board |
10,000 |
10,000 |
| Health Insurance |
1,595 |
1,595 |
| Total |
28,584 |
27,647
32,502 (for MBA) |
