Environmental Humanities

Website: http://environmental-humanities.utah.edu/

Phone: 801-587-6156

The Environmental Humanities Graduate Program is a two-year degree that trains the next generation of environmental leaders and thinkers. Students are positioned to examine climate justice, resilience, and advocacy and investigate environmental literature, history, and communication in preparation for changing the world. We encourage creative and scholarly exchanges toward new forms of environmental leadership and environmental justice. Students choose the M.A. or M.S. degree option upon application, depending on their background, interests and academic plan.

Environmental Humanities and the University of Utah are committed to a multicultural, inclusive environment. The interdisciplinary nature of the degree encourages applicants from a wide variety of undergraduate programs, as well as applications from non-traditional and traditionally under-represented groups. We look for strong writers, critical thinkers and readers, and leaders with a strong commitment to the environment.

Our admission requirements generally conform to the requirements of the Graduate School, i.e. a baccalaureate degree, and minimum 3.0 GPA. The deadline for applying to the Environmental Humanities Graduate Program is January 15. Please see our website for further details.

Applicants for admission will be reviewed by an admission committee consisting of the Program director and regular affiliate faculty who serve on the Environmental Humanities Steering Committee. To apply:

On or before January 15, please include the following with your admissions application:

• Short resume or CV

• Three letters of recommendation from your academic, professional or service experience

• A sample of scholarly or creative writing, such as a term paper

• A thousand-word statement of your personal and professional goals

• Transcript(s) of all previous university or college work

• Mark the 'Are you interested in receiving financial support' box if you expect to be funded via a teaching or graduate research assistantship or to indicate your interest in other fellowships

• Graduate Record Exam (GRE) results are optional.

• Submit your application via ApplyYourself

International Students

International Students should submit all of the above materials as well as demonstration of English proficiency before January 15. International Graduate Admissions provides comprehensive information and processes. International Student & Scholar Services is instrumental in navigating the application, document and visa requirements.