M.A. in Environmental Sustainability & Management
Learn to evaluate environmental threats, identify strategies for mitigation and adaptation,
and communicate with stakeholders with an M.A. in Environmental Sustainability and
Management degree.
Complete in under 2 Years
The M.A. in Environmental Sustainability and Management (M.A.E.S.) program offers
a graduate degree for busy professionals who want to:
- study an innovative environmental sustainability & management curriculum.
- enjoy the flexibility to live and learn from anywhere in the world.
- customize their degree to fit their career goals.
- learn from environmental leaders.
- enhance their careers.
What sets us apart
Our innovative program blends the natural and social sciences in multidisciplinary
coursework. Ë®¹ûÅÉAV½â˵’s M.A.E.S. program integrates environmental science with policy
and justice frameworks creating a STEM postgraduate degree accessible to students
from diverse, non-science undergraduate backgrounds.
Flexibility is key
- Learn where you are.
- Study 100% online or opt for a hybrid format with a mix of online and in-person classes.
- Convenient online classes in the evening via Zoom.
- In-person classes at our beautiful Baltimore campus.
- Courses offered in spring, summer, and fall.
- Experience our optional study abroad to Nepal.
Where will this program take me?
Environmental injustice, species extinction, climate change, and resource depletion
are all increasing concerns for humanity. A graduate degree in environmental sustainability
and management equips you to tackle these challenges using the tools of science, policy,
system dynamics, and environmental management.
Discover careers for M.A.E.S. grads
Tuition & scholarships
The total estimated cost for the M.A.E.S. program is $39,800, based on current tuition
and fees for the 2025–2026 academic year. Most students receive awards in the form
of a tuition discount.
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How to apply
Applications for the Fall 2025 semester are due July 25th. Applicants will be required
to submit a resume, undergraduate transcript, a letter of recommendation, and a 1-2
page essay discussing your interest in the program.
Apply now!
Why Choose Ë®¹ûÅÉAV½â˵?
Ë®¹ûÅÉAV½â˵ Grad in Nepal
Earn college credit while spending 2 weeks in Nepal exploring the rich biodiversity,
majestic Himalaya, unique culture, transformative heritage sites, and adaptations
to a changing environment.
explore the Nepal Intensive Course Abroad
News
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March 25, 2025
MAESM director Jenn da Rosa was interviewed by Inside Climate News to discuss the removal of climate change terminology from the Coast Guard curriculum.
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March 14, 2025 Four Ë®¹ûÅÉAV½â˵faculty members have been selected as the 2025 cohort of the Myra Berman Kurtz Fund for Faculty Research and Exploration of the Sciences (KRES Fund) Year of Exploration.
Events
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April 25, 2026
Step into spring with Ë®¹ûÅÉAV½â˵ Environmental Programs! Join us for a morning hike filled with wildflowers, fresh air, and nature exploration.
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