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Watershed Science and Sustainability Major

Ready to solve complex challenges in freshwater resources? You’re in the right place.

At a glance

Water impacts every aspect of life, and is a critical component of Earth’s ecosystems. Management of freshwater resources is an increasingly important challenge worldwide. The Watershed Science and Sustainability major capitalizes on CSU’s proximity to the Rocky Mountains, basins, and high plains to provide you with opportunities to learn water governance, sustainability, data science, and technical skills hands on, right here in Colorado. You’ll study water sources, how water moves across the land, and how different human activities affect our water resources.

Degree typeBachelor of Science
FormatOn campus
Part ofWarner College of Natural Resources
Competitive major?No
Accelerated option?No
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Concentrations

A concentration allows you to specialize in a certain area within your major, offering a depth of information and hands-on experiences that you may not otherwise get. Many students in this major will concentrate in one area to work in a specific field after college, as well as find mentors and internships before they even graduate.

Watershed Data

Build a foundation in Watershed Science while developing skills in applied data science and statistical analysis that will inform sustainable ecological decision-making in water resources.

Watershed Science

Explore the factors affecting water hydrology and land-use impacts, including snowpack and water quality, for comprehensive problem solving in the biological, chemical, and physical dimensions of water resources.

Watershed Sustainability

You’ll focus on policy analysis impacting water resource management with both human-centered and sustainable approaches that inform equitable allocation and access.

Some Career Options

Graduating with the Watershed Science and Sustainability degree ensures you have the foundational and specialized knowledge and experience to address modern water issues with careers in state/federal service, municipal and utility water resource management, conservation, and environmental consulting.

Tour and info session options

Tours may be available as part of Admissions tours and info sessions, offered throughout the year.

For additional opportunities, please reach out to:

Carmyn Ginnetti, Recruitment and Engagement Coordinator, at [email protected] or [email protected]

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Want a more in-depth look at this major? Take a look at the program website to learn more.