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2023 Energy and Environmental Policy Degree Guide

Energy and Environmental Policy Degrees Decreasing

#1,328 Most Popular Major
17.0 Degrees Awarded
-17.6% Increase in Graduates

In 2020-2021, energy and environmental policy was the 1,328 most popular major nationwide with 17 degrees awarded. This 3 less than the prior year, a decrease of 17.6%.

Our 2023 Best Energy and Environmental Policy Schools ranking analyzes 1 of these schools to determine the best overall colleges for energy and environmental policy students. Continue reading to check out one of our many unbiased rankings of energy and environmental policy programs later in this article.

2023 Best Colleges for Energy and Environmental Policy
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Best Energy and Environmental Policy Schools by Degree

Bachelor's Degrees in Energy and Environmental Policy
Master's Degrees in Energy and Environmental Policy
Doctorate Degrees in Energy and Environmental Policy

What Are The Requirements For a Degree in Energy and Environmental Policy

Prior Education for an Energy and Environmental Policy Program

A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for most energy and environmental policy degree programs and many students will need a minimum GPA and SAT/ACT score depending on the school. Specific energy and environmental policy careers may require a certain level of degree attainment or additional certifications beyond that.

Types of Energy and Environmental Policy Degrees

Energy and Environmental Policy degree levels vary. You can spend many years getting as high as a in energy and environmental policy to something that takes less time like a . Energy and Environmental Policy programs can take anywhere between one to four or more years for a full-time student to complete.

Degree Credit Requirements Typical Program Length
Associate Degree 60-70 credits 2 years
Bachelor’s Degree 120 credits 4 years
Master’s Degree 50-70 credits 1-3 years
Doctorate Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation At least 4 years

Career Opportunities for Energy and Environmental Policy Majors

How Much Money Do Energy and Environmental Policy Grads Make?

As you might expect, salaries for energy and environmental policy graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.

Study Areas in Energy and Environmental Policy

Energy and Environmental Policy is one of 7 different types of Natural Resource Management programs to choose from.

Related Major Annual Graduates
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy 1,630
Environmental/Natural Resources Management & Policy, Other 401
Water, Wetlands, & Marine Resources Management 269
Environmental/Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services 249
Environmental/Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism 177

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