Environmental Education M.E.Ed.

The purpose of the Master of Environmental Education (MEEd) program is to develop advanced practitioners in environmental education (EE) who will take on leadership roles through positions such as EE specialists and directors at nature centers, outdoor and EE centers, natural resource and conservation agencies, park and recreation programs, nature preschools, zoos, aquariums, museums, and in P-16 school settings. For those wanting to pursue careers in higher education, this program also successfully prepares students for entry into doctoral programs.

Two plans are available (Plan B and Plan C). Students in both plans take coursework in core foundations and applications, as well as a research methods course. Plan B students complete a research project. Plan C entails only coursework (electives and no research project). Either plan can be completed in two years. A minimum of 32 credits is required for the degree.