EVST.ECOL, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies with a Specialization in Ecological Systems
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. Number of credits are in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 180
- Credits in Major: 88
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | EVST 2100 – Natural History: Theory & Practice (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 3 | Language I 1150 (5) | Language II 1250 (5) | Language III 1350 (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL 1610 – Molecular & Cellular Biology + BIOL 1611 – Lab (4+1) Satisfies UCOR 1800 – Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences (5) | BIOL 1620 – Evolution & Ecology + BIOL 1621 – Lab (4+1) Satisfies EVST 3200 – Principles of Ecology (5) | BIOL 1630/1631 (Satisfies General Elective) (5) |
| Course 2 | EVST 2150 – Geoscience (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | EVST 2950 – Ethics, Justice & Env’t (5) |
| Course 3 | †EVST 1600 – Sustainability, People, & the Environment (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
†EVST 1600 – Sustainability, People, & the Environment (5) ONLY offered in Fall quarter
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | EVST 3400 – Research Design & Statistics (5) | EVST 3050 – Economics & the Environment (5) | †EVST 3000 – Environmental Politics (5) (offered typically in the Winter) OR EVST 4740 – International Environmental Governance (5) |
| Course 2 |
General Elective (5) |
EVST 3500 – Intro to Geographic Information Systems (5) | ENSC 1500 – Environmental Field Methods (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | HIST 3510 – Environmental History (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| EVST 4950 – Internship (3) OR *EVST 3750 – Environmental Careers (3) |
†Winter 2026 ONLY EVST 3000 – Environmental Politics (5) will be offered and Spring 2027 ONLY EVST 4740 – International Environmental Governance (5) will be offered.
*EVST 3750 – Environmental Careers ONLY offered in Winter quarter
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | EVST 4900 – Sr Synthesis: Capstone (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | EVST Specialization Elective (5) |
EVST Specialization Elective (5) |
EVST Specialization Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for graduation on MySeattleU
- Continue post-graduation planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Courses included in a specialization cannot satisfy requirements elsewhere in the major.
- The choice of a specialization should be made before the completion of 90 credits toward the degree and must be certified by submitting an “Addition of another Major, Degree or Specialization” form to the Office of the Registrar.
- 35 credits of specialization electives: BIOL 1610/1611; BIOL 1620/1621/ BIOL 1630/1631; ENSC 1500. Choose one of: BIOL 2600; BIOL 3650; BIOL 4650. 10 credits of specialization electives: BIO 2600*BIOL 3650*; BIOL 4650* BIOL 2350, 2520, 3800, EVST 3700, an approved course from Blakely Island Field Studies or another university, or Special Topics courses approved by the department. *If not taken above.
- Several EVST courses are offered multiple times a year, students should refer to the tentative course offerings when creating their educational plan.
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CAS Advising at ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Find the perfect spot to study at the Lemieux Library.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degre plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.