Marine and Environmental Programs

Marine and Environmental Sciences, Marine Affairs, and Environmental Science students have many things in common and some that set them apart. But if there’s one characteristic that defines them all, it’s this: an abiding passion for the environment and the many species that flourish — or, tragically, perish — within it.

An Ecosystem of Opportunity

When you study Marine and Environmental Sciences, Marine Affairs, or Environmental Science you join a community committed to protecting the environment. To prepare you to make an impact, these program incorporate many innovative hands-on learning opportunities.

Through these experiences you’ll be able to pursue your passion in topics such as:

  • conservation
  • climate change
  • sustainability
  • ecology
  • the ecosystem

No matter which of our three programs you choose, this issues and the realities they represent will always be an integral part of your work. Where you fit in the ecosystem of those who have made this passion a career depends on where your own individual interests and strengths lie. We look forward to helping you find your passion and to preparing you for a lifetime of success.

Charger Advantage

Get an inside look at what differentiates the University of New Haven and how your experiences as a student will prepare you for success.

Which program is for you?

Marine and Environmental Sciences students

Marine and Environmental Sciences, B.S.

When you major in marine and environmental sciences at the University of New Haven, you are surrounded by diverse marine ecosystems teeming with life and just waiting to be explored.

  • Invertebrate and vertebrate marine animals, marine botany, oceanography and marine ecology.

  • In and on the water in observation and analysis, in offices preparing research papers, in labs conducting experiments, in aquariums and fish hatcheries, in government nonprofits, in museums, in academia.

    • Wildlife biologist
    • Zoologist
    • Fish and wildlife biologist
    • Fisheries biologist
    • Aquatic biologist
    • Conservation biologist
    • Biological technician
    • Aquaculturist
    • Aquarist
Marine students

Marine Affairs, B.A.

Marine Affairs is an interdisciplinary field that studies the relationships between humans and the marine environment with the goal of achieving sustainability of marine resources, as well as social and environmental justice.

  • Places where humans interact with the marine environment: coastal zones, ports, harbors, fisheries, etc. and the complex issues that arise from that interaction.

  • The private sector, academia, and government positions, working on marine policy, marine law, marine economics, marine resource management, marine media relations, marine law enforcement, coastal conservation and development, and marine-related business ventures.

    • Coastal or marine planning specialist
    • Coastal or marine policy specialist
    • Coastal or environmental management specialist
    • Marine resource economist
    • Marine social scientist
    • Marine environmental educator
    • Environmental journalist
    • Maritime lawyer
Marine students

Environmental Science, B.S.

Our program gives you a deep knowledge of this interconnectedness and prepares you for a rewarding career that makes full use of your passion for the environment.

  • The relationship between organisms and their environment and the ecological disruptions that occur due to human actions.

  • In the field, monitoring conditions and collecting data and samples for analysis; in the lab, conducting research; in the office, writing reports and developing plans to address environmental problems, in government nonprofits.

    • Sustainability Specialist
    • Policy Analyst
    • Environmental Consultant
    • Environmental Educator
    • Environmental Attorney
    • Environmental Engineer
    • Wetland Ecologist
    • Conservation Scientist
    • Restoration Scientist
Spotlights

This field gives students a wide variety of career choices so everyone can find it their own!

I didn’t imagine I’d get to go to one of the coolest places in North America!

Having been part of this research instilled in me the importance of intergrading both fields and the value of gaining knowledge.

Through this project I gained so many new skills that I can take with me to any future job as well as a new found confidence in conducting research.

The Marine Affairs Program gave me the skills I needed in order to achieve my professional goals.

One of the most memorable aspects that I have had in the Marine Affairs program were the experiences I had working on my senior thesis.

Next Steps

  • Whether you're still in high school or are transferring from another college, we offer full- and part-time opportunities for undergraduates from inside the U.S. and abroad. The admission process can begin as early as the end of your high school junior year.

    The Application Process

  • We offer a comprehensive financial aid program, with students receiving assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, student loans, and part-time employment. Funds are available from federal and state governments, private sponsors, and from university resources. More than 85 percent of the University's full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.

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