Department of Environmental Science and Policy

Carter Frank was recently highlighted by the Maine Climate Council – see the write up here!

“The community connection and career development the ESP department has provided me is unmatched. As a first generation student, the support I have received has extended beyond the class room providing me with a fulfilling and balanced life.”

— Michelle Radley ’21, BA, Environmental Science & Policy, MS Planning, Policy & Management, Planner – Town of Kennebunkport

“The supportive, collaborative and immersive educational experience found in the Environmental Science and Policy Department at USM is a launching pad for tackling solutions to today’s challenges. In addition to playing a key role in my career, I formed connections to professors and friends which enrich my life to this day.”

— Owen Blease ’18, BS Environmental Science & Policy, Park Manager IV – Sebago Lake State Park, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry

Accelerated Graduate Pathways

Students in our program may begin graduate studies in Policy, Planning & Management, Leadership Studies, or Law while still an undergraduate thus saving time and money.

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Community

Our field immersion weekend is fun for the whole department, designed to teach basic environmental science field skills, and the first step in building community.

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Internships

Students learn best by doing, so all ESP students are required to complete an internship.

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Curriculum

ESP’s hands-on curriculum is designed to train future environmental science, policy, and planning professionals for employment or graduate training.

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Research

Our faculty are active researchers providing many opportunities for students through fellowships, paid research positions, work study, research practicum for credit, and volunteering.

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Careers

Students who enjoy a variety of academic subjects can really benefit from the interdisciplinary nature of environmental science & policy. Our graduates are represented in a wide variety of fields.

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