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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies

Shorelight Group - University of South Carolina

USA,South Carolina

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 35,414/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, South Carolina

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1801

Total Students: 34,795 +

Int. Students: 1,809 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Columbia, SC 29208, United States

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies

Program Overview

The environment and sustainability program, housed in the School of Earth, Ocean and the Environment, is at the forefront of research to understand the extraordinarily complex interactions among organisms, their environments and humans to determine the wise use and management of these complex natural systems.

As an environmental science major in the School of Earth, Ocean and the Environment, you will have the opportunity to place emphasis in a variety of areas, including climate systems, water resources, weather and climate, energy, natural systems, health and environment, and sustainability. You will learn how to conduct hypothesis-driven research and communicate your knowledge both orally and in writing. Under the direction of an advisor, students will draw upon subject matter in many different fields of scientific endeavor in order to fulfill specific educational goals.

As an environmental studies major, you will have the opportunity to address complex environmental problems incorporating critical social, policy, communications, economic and/or humanities components. The knowledge and understanding gained from multiple social and science disciplines are framed in an environmental context. Students learn to make sound analyses and judgments about interdisciplinary environmental challenges and to seek and develop sustainable solutions that productively integrate social needs with scientific and technical understanding.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 35,414 per year

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

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - University of South Carolina

CAD 14,000 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 - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 77
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 54.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Shorelight Group - University of South Carolina

Scholarships available for Spring 2025 Intake.

1 Year Undergraduate scholarships

Up to $10,000 in Year 1 Only

1 Year Post-Graduate Scholarships.

Year 1

Up to $6,000 in Year 1 only

Please note:

1.Scholarships are not automated, the student/ counsellor should request a scholarship over email within 5 business days of deposit payment.
2.The above waivers and scholarships are only available until November 30th 2024.
3.If students are arriving before the move in date, they need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
4.We recommend your students to accept their Offer letters as early as possible and not wait until the last minute due to the anticipated backlog in visa appointment availability.
5.Students cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days before their I-20 Program Start Date. They could be turned away at the border or future benefits may be denied.
6.Limited Merit scholarships are still available for high achieving students.

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.