Advance Your Career in the Growing Field of Environmental Engineering
Our online M.S. in Environmental Engineering focuses on creating a fully supported learning environment with cross-collaboration, flexible schedules, and short terms.
With flexible scheduling and 6 to 7.5-week terms, you can complete the program in two years, allowing for an ideal work-life-school balance.
Participants will gain expertise in developing eco-friendly solutions to intricate environmental challenges by examining key areas such as environmental protection issues, water quality, water purification, wastewater treatment, solid waste management systems, site remediation, and emission control measures.
To pursue a career as a licensed environmental engineer, obtaining a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program is essential to fulfill the educational prerequisites.
Learn from professors who are dedicated to your success.
Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional experience and academic rigor to the classroom.
Curriculum
The program includes ten 3-credit courses in environmental and water resources engineering and environmental law. Students must also complete a research project. The University of New Haven takes a holistic look at environmental engineering, including topics such as:
- Pollution prevention
- Hazardous waste treatment
- Soil and groundwater remediation
- Solid waste
- Air pollution
- Water pollution and treatment
- Wastewater treatment
- Open channel flow
- Surface water quality
Selected Courses and Programs
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Physical-Chemical Treatment of Aqueous Wastes
Analysis of physical and chemical processes in natural and engineered systems for water pollution control. Unit processes covered include, but are not limited to, aeration and gas transfer, sedimentation, filtration, coagulation/flocculation, absorption, chemical stabilization, ion exchange, disinfection. Design methodologies and operational aspects of treatment are also considered
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Biological Treatment of Aqueous Wastes
This course provides an in-depth study of principles of biological treatment of aquatic wastes (municipal, industrial, and/or hazardous). Suspended and attached growth processes commonly in use are covered. Emphasis is given to design and operational aspects of activated sludge, trickling filters, and rotating biocontactors. On-site treatment processes are also covered.
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Contaminant Fate and Transport in the Environment
This course covers the fundamental principles of contaminant behavior in the environment. Contaminant physical-chemical properties, transport, and transformation mechanisms affecting contaminant distribution among air, water, and solid domains are studied in-depth. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, environmental interface equilibria, advective and diffusional transport; biochemical exchange in atmospheric, aquatic, and terrestrial domains. Environmental modeling is also considered.
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Environmental Law and Legislation
Review of techniques of enforcement of state and federal pollution control laws and regulations; effects on waste treatment criteria and design and evalution of municipal ordinances; preparation of environmental assessments and impact statements.
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Full List of Courses and Learning Outcomes for Environmental Engineering, M.S.
The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list of courses you'll take while pursuing a Masters of Science in Environmental Engineering or a Certificate in Geographical Information Systems, check out the Academic Catalog:
Environmental Engineering Resources
There are many online and offline resources for environmental engineers. We have gathered links to some major associations, certifications, and events that may prove useful as you explore our degree and your career path.
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Environmental Engineering Associations
Our Master’s program can provide you with the opportunity to partner with many organizations. Some associations with which you can be affiliated with are:
- Air & Waste Management Association (AWMA)
- American Chemical Society Division of Environmental Chemistry (ACSENVR)
- American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
- American Water Resources Association (AWRA)
- American Water Works Association (AWWA)
- Environmental & Water Resources Institute (ASCE)
- Water Environment Federation (WEF)
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Environmental Engineering Licensure/Certifications
Our Master’s program prepares you to pursue licensure as a professional engineer or obtain specialized certification in your chosen field.
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Resources for Career Options
Here are additional resources that provide more information about career options for environmental engineers:
Career Opportunities with a Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering
$104K
Environmental Engineers
3.9% Growth 2024-2034
$101K
Mining and Geological Engineers
0.7% Growth 2024-2034
$137K
Environmental Control Administrator
4.5% Growth 2024-2034
Careers in Environmental Engineering
Since environmental engineers combine principles of engineering, soil science, biology, and chemistry to solve a wide range of environmental problems, they often work in public health, recycling, waste disposal, and water or air pollution control.
Our graduates qualify to work with prestigious agencies and companies such as the following:
- Sikorsky Aircraft
- Veolia North America
- Tetra Tech
- New York City Department of Environmental Protection
- Mott MacDonald
- Weston & Sampson
- Arcadis
- Massachusetts Department of Transportation
- Connecticut Department of Public Health
- Northrop Grumman
- Collins Aerospace
- Morgan Advanced Materials
- Fuss & O’Neill
- CDM Smitt
U.S. News & World Report ranks Environmental Engineering as the:
- #6 Engineering job
- #44 in Best STEM jobs
- #80 of the top 100 Jobs
A master’s in Environmental Engineering will strengthen your earning potential, make you a more valuable team member, and create opportunities to move into more significant leadership roles.
Student Testimonials
The Master of Science in Environmental Engineering program has allowed me to work while gaining practical knowledge for the betterment of my professional career. I am able to schedule and select classes that best suit my current workload and goals.
- Matthew Blair, Municipal Engineering
I never thought I would be able to find a Master’s degree program that would work with my schedule until I found the online M.S. in Environmental Engineering program at the University of New Haven. It has allowed me to advance in my field and study what I’m interested in alongside professionals from across the country. I love how the program is taught by a combination of professors and licensed engineers and that it focuses on critical thinking and real-world applications.
- Gina Tinio, Assistant Environmental Engineer at Burns & McDonnell
Taking classes online through the University of New Haven provides a fast-paced, well-structured graduate program which has helped me to refine my technical skills and knowledge, helping me to better be prepared for work in my industry.
- Rick Vogt, Environmental Engineer for a consulting engineering firm
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Admission Requirements
An advanced degree from the University of New Haven will help you take your career to the next level. Each program offers convenient scheduling, personalized attention, and state-of-the-art facilities.
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Financial Aid Opportunities
The University of New Haven Graduate School is an excellent value with reasonable tuition. Of course, you will still have bills to pay and the Financial Aid office can help.
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