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The Masters of the Environment (MENV) Graduate Program delivers an unparalleled professional graduate experience in sustainability. We achieve this through an interdisciplinary curriculum that is responsive to the changing sustainability landscape, grounded in robust real-world projects that advance sustainability solutions for industry partners, and supported by a vibrant ecosystem of sustainability professionals. All of this is strengthened by CU Boulder and the state of Colorado’s global leadership in sustainability and climate action.

World-Class Faculty and Instructors

We stay on the forefront of sustainability by leveraging our extensive partnership network on the Front Range of Colorado and beyond, and by bringing faculty into the classroom that are practicing industry professionals with decades of experience to provide students with real-time insights into their work.

Luis Benitez teaching a group of students.

Real-World Professional Experience

The Capstone Project is completed during the MENV program, and is a consulting experience that allows students to develop and practice technical and leadership skills, while also expanding their professional networks. All of this sets them up to be competitive for a successful career in sustainability.

 

Students working with farmer.

Technical and Professional Training Outside of the Classroom

As a professional graduate program that is focused on applied and experiential learning, we intentionally create a bridge between the classroom and the real world. Our students learn from sustainability professionals and academic experts, partner with organizations of all sizes through impactful projects, and build invaluable skills and networks that support their sustainability careers.

In the field at Mountain Research Station

Ongoing Career Support

MENV’s dedicated Career Services team empowers students to turn their passion for sustainability into purpose-driven careers. Through one-on-one coaching, workshops, and networking events, students receive personalized support in career exploration, résumé and interview preparation, and professional branding.

Molly Thompson and Jenna in a Career Development Meeting.

Centrally Located in Boulder, Colorado

We are uniquely situated on the Front Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Boulder is the home to leading national laboratories with world-class expertise in renewable energy, climate change, and environmental science, creating unique opportunities for collaboration and learning. 

Aerial of CU Boulder campus

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