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Geography - Environmental Pre-Law Major (B.S.)

Geography - Environmental Pre-Law Major (B.S.)

The Geography-Environmental Pre-Law major prepares students for careers in environmental law and related fields. This interdisciplinary program is unique because in addition to requiring social science courses that prepare students for law school, it also requires a foundation in the physical sciences and courses that link humans and their environment.

Careers with an Environmental Pre-Law Degree

Students who earn a degree in Geography – Environmental Pre-Law are well-prepared to pursue law school, both in-state and around the nation.

Those who choose to pursue a career upon graduation are prepared for positions in a wide variety of settings, including environmental and sustainability planning, resource management, natural areas preservation, and outdoor and environmental education, as well as in environmental assessment, monitoring, and restoration.

In addition, graduates can seek careers in private and public firms and agencies that employ geographic information systems; education (public and private K-12 schools and higher education); local, state, or federal governments; city and regional planning agencies; and non-profit organizations.

Geography Careers & Internships

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Admission Requirements

This program has no requirements beyond University admission and transfer requirements.

OHIO Admissions

  • Tuition and Fees

    OHIO is committed to your lifelong success through our Guarantee+, which offers fixed tuition and fees, a graduation plan and lifelong benefits to our students. We're continuously striving to make college more affordable and accessible, while maintaining the high quality and value of an OHIO education.

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  • Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Our Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships provides services to students and parents both in-person and remotely. You can visit our office on the ground floor of Chubb Hall or reach us at financial.aid@ohio.edu or 740.593.4141.

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Geography - Environmental Pre-Law B.A. Courses & Curriculum

The major requirements for the B.S. degree in Geography - Environmental Pre-Law is a minimum of 45 hours of geography and requires a foundation in the physical sciences and courses that link humans and their environment. Take some of the supporting courses to satisfy the University General Education requirement and the College of Arts and Sciences requirements. All students complete GEOG 4800 - Capstone Experience in Geography.

How to Prepare for Law School

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