The B.S. in Ecology and Environmental Sciences is a science-based, interdisciplinary program for students interested in all aspects of ecology, conservation, and environmental protection. The Ecology and Environmental Sciences program offers the following concentrations of study:

• Ecology
• Entomology
• Environmental Sciences
• Forest Ecosystem Science
• International Conservation
• Land Use Planning
• Natural History
• Natural Resource Management
• Resource and Environmental Policy
• Soil and Water Sciences
• Wetland and Aquatic Ecology

Ecology and Environmental Sciences is the University of Maine’s oldest and most successful interdisciplinary program. Students majoring in the program are taught and advised by faculty from five academic units, including:

• Department of Plant, Soil and Environmental Science
• Department of Wildlife Ecology
• School of Biology and Ecology
• School of Economics
• School of Forest Resources

Since faculty have active research programs, students not only have access to the most up-to-date information, but also get employment opportunities in their fields of study during the academic year and the summer months. The program is designed for students who wish to pursue professional careers in environmental protection, natural resource conservation, management, ecology, planning, research, or environmental advocacy.

The degree can also be used in preparation for postgraduate study. The University of Maine offers both M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Ecology and Environmental Sciences.