Environmental Science at American Public University System
If you are interested in studying Environmental Science, you may want to check out the program at American Public University System. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American Public University System is located in Charles Town, WV.
During the most recent reporting year, 301 environmental science graduations were recorded at American Public University System.
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Online Class Availability at American Public University System
American Public University System operates as a distance-education institution, so Environmental Science coursework can be completed remotely.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Environmental Science graduates at American Public University System, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Environmental Science graduates at American Public University System are 31% women (93) and 69% men (208).
Environmental Science Bachelor’s Program at American Public University System
Among the 301 bachelor’s environmental science degrees awarded at American Public University System, 31% were women (93) and 69% were men (208).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Environmental Science bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 231 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 24 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 17 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 20 |
Minority students account for 16% of Environmental Science bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System, lower than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Environmental Science Graduates
Students who finish Environmental Science program at American Public University System work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Environmental Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $83,485 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Compliance Officers | $71,138 |
| Customs Brokers | $67,529 |
| Environmental Restoration Planners | $61,737 |
| Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers | $52,280 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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