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Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (STEM)

University at Albany - State University of New York

USA,New York

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 34,410/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1844

Total Students: 17,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222, United States

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (STEM)

Program Overview

Some of the biggest challenges facing mankind today are directly connected to the state of the environment. These include climate change; the contamination of air, water and soil by countless pollutants; and aging infrastructure for treating water and wastewater. To solve these critical issues, well-trained environmental engineers are urgently needed.

The Bachelor of Science program in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (ESE) at the University at Albany will prepare and equip you to become a professional environmental engineer who is able to tackle local and global environmental issues through creative and innovative approaches.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

14 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 34,410 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University at Albany - State University of New York

CAD 16,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 70
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 85.00 %

Additional Information

Career Outcomes
Environmental engineers enjoy among the highest starting salaries and are in great demand for careers in industry, government and academia, as well as with consulting firms to help clients manage their environment issues.

Between now and 2024, the New York State Department of Labor projects a growth of nearly 21%, and the US Department of Labor projects more than 12%, in environmental engineering jobs. Our program provides both a conventional environmental engineering education along with sustainable engineering. This valuable combination opens even more career paths at the intersections of different disciplines including industry, government, academia and consulting firms.

Possible job titles include:
Air Quality Analyst, Energy Engineer, Water Quality Specialist, Remediation Manager, Sustainable Designer, and Process Engineer.

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany	Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany Criteria: Awarded to incoming international students based on academic achievement and other qualifications as determined by the admissions committee; renewable with a GPA of 2.5 or higher and full-time enrollment while paying out-of-state tuition LINK: https://www.albany.edu/international-admissions/apply-international-undergraduate-student#scholarships	Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany Amount: Up to $20,500 per year for first-year applicants (maximum $82,000 over four years); up to $9,500 for select transfer students PG Up to 5,000 USD

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.