MA in Environmental Studies

Western Washington University (United States) · 516 High St, Bellingham, WA 98225, United States

About University:

Western Washington University is a public university in Bellingham, Washington. The northernmost university in the contiguous United States, WWU was founded in 1893 as the state-funded New Whatcom Normal School, succeeding a private school of teaching for women founded in 1886.

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About University:

Western Washington University is a public university in Bellingham, Washington. The northernmost university in the contiguous United States, WWU was founded in 1893 as the state-funded New Whatcom Normal School, succeeding a private school of teaching for women founded in 1886.

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

College of the Environment

Degree

MA

Duration

2 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Environmental Studies

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 23300

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 8200

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 27400

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

TOEFL

86

IELTS

7

Undergrad GPA

3

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Intake Deadline 1

01 Feb, 2026

(September-2026)

Document Required:

  • Credential Evaluation

    Common Document

    You must also provide a World Education Services or Educational Perspectives Certifile degree equivalency evaluation at the time of application.

  • Degree Certificate

    Common Document

    A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US college or university, or an equivalent degree from a foreign university

  • Degree Transcript

    Common Document

    Submit unofficial transcripts from every higher education institution you have attended for academic credit, including transfer credits or study abroad credits but not including any higher education coursework you completed while still attending high school.

  • Financials (proof of income)

    Common Document

    Provide verification of funding for one year of expenses.

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

    University Specific

  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)

    University Specific

    1-2 pages statement addressing: -Why do you wish to pursue a graduate degree in Environmental Studies at the College of the Environment? -Please describe the emphasis area (Environmental Policy, Geography/GIS, Energy Policy) or student-defined inquiry focus you are interested in pursuing and why. How has your prior experience prepared you to work in that area? -What coursework are you interested in taking (See University Catalog) towards your specialization? -What is your research topic idea (thesis or project), and who are potential faculty advisors? The statement should indicate why you selected your preferred faculty advisors. You are encouraged to review faculty research interests as described on the College of the Environment website and reach out to those with interests similar to yours. Students are admitted into the program only upon agreement of one or more faculty advisors.

  • Test Score Report

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    TOEFL/IELTS

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