Gain the skills to address the most pressing environmental challenges of today with the Master of Environmental Studies, Engineering concentration at UMass Lowell.

MS in Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering Sciences Concentration Overview

The Master of Environmental Studies program at UMass Lowell empowers you to make a lasting difference in protecting and sustaining our planet. Offered through the Francis College of Engineering, this program provides the advanced knowledge and hands-on experience you need to thrive in environmental policy, sustainability and engineering sectors.

If you are committed to driving sustainable solutions and want to address issues such as environmental degradation, pollution control and resource management, this program is an ideal fit. Designed for students without a degree in engineering, this degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in a wide variety of environmental roles.

For students interested in exploring Environmental Studies, Atmospheric Science or Geoscience Concentrations, please explore the program offered through the Kennedy School of Sciences.

Environmental Studies Curriculum

The Master of Science (MS) in Environmental Studies, Engineering Concentration offers a thesis and non-thesis track.

For a complete list of courses and academic requirements, please visit the Academic Catalog.

Why Study Environmental Studies at UMass Lowell?

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Research Opportunities

You’ll have access to state-of-the-art labs and research centers, allowing you to contribute to projects that address global environmental challenges. UMass Lowell is at the forefront of developing solutions that make a tangible impact on both local and global scales.

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Comprehensive Curriculum

The program covers topics including water quality, environmental systems, hazardous waste management, climate change mitigation and sustainable infrastructure.

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Experienced Faculty

Learn from leading experts in environmental engineering and studies who bring both academic and real-world experience to the classroom. Our faculty are committed to helping you succeed in this dynamic field.

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Hands-on Learning

Our program emphasizes practical experience. Through internships, research projects and fieldwork, you'll apply what you learn to real-world environmental issues. This experiential learning prepares you to transition seamlessly into your career.

Where Our Graduates Work

  • AECOM
  • Weston & Sampson
  • BAE Systems
  • GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc.
  • US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • National Grid
  • TRC Companies
  • US Army Corps of Engineers
  • CDM Smith
  • Mass DOT
  • Raytheon
  • Woodard & Curran
  • Tetra Tech
  • Stantec

Tuition and Admissions

Eligible students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial assistance.

Complete the FAFSA

As a graduate student, you may qualify for federal student aid and other need-based scholarships. To be considered for financial assistance, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more at UMass Lowell Graduate Aid.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and certain eligible non-citizens. Please visit Financial Aid if you have questions about your eligibility.

All applications are submitted through EngineeringCAS.

  1. An application
  2. An application fee
  3. A statement of purpose
  4. Letters of recommendation
  5. Official transcripts
  6. Official test score report  - GRE required for:
    1. Computer Engineering, MSE
    2. Electrical Engineering, MSE
    3. All Ph.D. Programs

Note: All required materials must be received before the application package can be evaluated. If you need to introduce new references or add other supporting documents, log on to your application, click on “Program Materials” to update your application. Please note the new documents and references will be considered only if your application has not been reviewed for admission.  

International Students: please see the additional application requirements.

Bachelor's to Master's Students: You will not need to apply via the application portal. Visit Bachelor's to Master's page to learn about the process to transition to your desired master's program.

1. Online Application application

Applications will only be accepted through EngineeringCAS, an application service for graduate engineering programs. All application documents and test scores need to be submitted through EnginneringCAS.

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app-fee 2. Application Fee

The application fee is $75.

3. Statement of Purpose statement

In a separate document, submit a brief statement indicating your immediate and long-range goals, relevant work history, academic honors/awards received, any teaching experience and/or research conducted/published that may be pertinent to your graduate program. Two page recommended maximum.

Note: If you are applying to more than one program, you will need to submit a program-specific statement of purpose with each application package.

4. LOR Letters of Recommendation

Master's applicants need to submit two (2) letters of recommendation. Doctoral applicants will be asked to provide three (3). Recommendations should be from instructors who have taught you, ideally in the field to which you are applying. They may also be from employers or supervisors who are in a position to compare your performance to that of your peers. You will be asked via EngineeringCAS to provide (names and email addresses) referees during the application process and that an automated request will be sent out to your recommenders. You will be able to track the status of your recommendations and send reminders by logging back into your application.

5. TransTranscripts

Provide a complete transcript from the institution that awarded or will award you a bachelor’s degree. You may also include transcripts from other institutions at which you have taken relevant coursework. Please note that waiting for additional transcripts may delay review of your application.

You have two options for submitting transcripts:

  1. Self Report your transcript to EngineeringCAS. This will expedite your application review. Self-reported transcripts must correspond to the official transcript. The University reserves the right to revoke an offer of admission if false credentials are provided at the point of application.
  2. Send official transcripts directly to UMass Lowell, either through a secure submission or via mail to:

    University of Massachusetts - Lowell
    Graduate Admissions - GPS Center
    839 Merrimack Street, 2nd Floor
    Lowell, MA 01854-3941

If you received your degree from UMass Lowell, it is not necessary for you to request a transcript, we are able to provide one for you.

International transcripts must clearly indicate that you have received (or will soon receive) a four-year bachelor's degree, the equivalent of an American bachelor's degree. Please note, the Office of Graduate Admissions reserves the right to have any application credential evaluated. Additional information about international transcripts is available on the EngineeringCAS website. *You will need to provide an official copy prior to your first semester on campus. Self-reported transcripts must correspond to the official transcript.* The University reserves the right to revoke an offer of admission if false credentials are provided at the point of application.

*UMass Lowell will require You to provide a copy of your Official Transcripts & Scores prior to your first semester.

6. OTSROfficial Test Score Report(s)

The following programs require the GRE for admission consideration:

  • Computer Engineering, MSE
  • Electrical Engineering, MSE
  • All Ph.D. Programs

Please have ETS send your GRE scores directly to EngineeringCAS using school code 4530.

A GRE waiver may be available to qualified master’s degree candidates. Further information can be found at GRE/GMAT/MAT Waiver Forms. You may also self-report your GRE scores.*

International Students:

English Proficiency Tests: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores are required. If you have taken the TOEFL, have ETS send your scores to EngineeringCAS (school code: B887). You may also self-report your scores. If you have taken the IELTS you may self-report your scores on the application.*

The requirements for the tests are as follows:

  • TOEFL => 79
  • IELTS => 6.5

*UMass Lowell will require you to provide a copy of your Official Transcripts & Scores prior to your first semester.

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