An intensive interdisciplinary masters program in environmental studies that involves students in a consideration of social, philosophical, political, and educational perspectives on the environment. The 37-point degree requires the completion of three core courses, electives, an internship, and a science requirement. The electives allow students to avail themselves of the extensive resources of the University, including its computer facilities, and tailor their program to fit their particular interests in the environment, e.g., environmental education, environmental philosophy, environmental politics, environmental art, environmental policy studies, or environmental science.

The ECE program is the oldest graduate program in environmental studies in the U.S. with a foundation in environmental philosophy rather than science.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program hold positions in city and state departments of environmental protection and park services, the United Nations Environment Programme, environmental education centers, zoos, botanical gardens, and public and private schools. There are many opportunities to explore employment possibilities through the program's internship program and through the network of organizations with which the program is associated.

Degree/Course Requirements

Special Admission Requirements

In addition to the general requirements, specific admission to the program in environmental conservation education includes the submission of a writing sample, two letters of recommendation to the program director.

For more information, please contact:

Mary Leou
Acting Director
Clinical Associate Professor
Environmental Conservation Education
34 Stuyvesant Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 1003
212-998-5474
mary.leou@nyu.edu