Energy and Environmental Policy
A program of study that focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues related to climate change, energy policy, environmental economics, global sustainability, and security. Includes instruction in climate change, clean energy technologies, environmental policy, environmental law, environmental economics, food security, fossil fuels, renewable and sustainable energy sources, and water issues.
- Schools offering
- 2
- Annual completions
- 13
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $56k
About this major
A program of study that focuses on the systematic analysis of public policy issues related to climate change, energy policy, environmental economics, global sustainability, and security. Includes instruction in climate change, clean energy technologies, environmental policy, environmental law, environmental economics, food security, fossil fuels, renewable and sustainable energy sources, and water issues.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compliance officers | $78k | +3.0% | Bachelor's degree |
| Social scientists and related workers, all other | $100k | -1.7% | Bachelor's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$56k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$47k
Bachelor's
$57k
Top colleges for Energy and Environmental Policy
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Washington University | Bellingham, WA | 0 | 8 | 8 |
| SUNY Morrisville | Morrisville, NY | 0 | 5 | 5 |
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