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Why should I select this degree program?
The Environment and Community program prepares
students to lead change to build a sustainable, just
and healthy world. It focuses on the connections
between ecological and community sustainability and
links experiential learning with the latest ideas about sustainability. If you care about the future of people and the planet, an M.A. in Environment and
Community may be the degree for you.
What are the benefits of an M.A. in Environment and Community?
As a graduate with an M.A. in Environment and Community, you design and implement solutions to complex social and environmental problems. You
know how to “think globally and act locally.” You become a leader for social and ecological sustainability – wherever you are – in a business, a nonprofit or a community. You become an agent for change.
Should I have a science background?
It’s not necessary. One of the required courses in the program is integrative environmental science. Students who wish to learn more about environmental science subjects may do so in an independent study course.
Do I need environmental experience?
You’ll need at least two years of relevant work experience to enroll in the Environment and Community program. However, this condition is broadly interpreted, and students in the Environment and Community program come from a variety of backgrounds. The program has welcomed librarians, planners, teachers, chemists, architects, city managers and radio announcers.
In what career directions can my M.A. in Environment and Community take me?
Graduates of Antioch's Environment and Community program develop careers in many different areas including education, environmental policy and community planning. These graduates are leaders in environmental and community sustainability and hold responsible positions in businesses, nonprofit organizations and communities.
What kinds of work are alumni doing?
A sampling of recent alumni jobs includes: director of business development, Imperium Renewables Inc; commander, disaster response team, Tosca Oil Refinery; director, Environmental Protection Agency, American Samoa; vice president of marketing, Nau Clothing; extension officer, Cornell University; designer, space shuttle program, The Boeing Co.; and assistant director, Shaver’s Creek Environmental Education Center.
How long does it take to complete an M.A. in Environment and Community?
If you enroll as a full-time student, you can finish your degree in 21 months. If you enroll part time, you have up to six years to finish your degree. There is also a graduate certificate in Ecological Planning and Design that can take only nine months to complete.
Is there a thesis requirement?
There is no thesis requirement for the M.A. in Environment and Community although students may choose to write a thesis in their second year of study with their adviser’s approval.
How much does it cost?
An M.A. in Environment and Community is an investment in your future. Costs are competitive with equivalent degrees at other private universities.
See Typical Costs for more information. Most students receive financial aid. Antioch also offers graduate assistant and work study positions. Scholarships are available as well.
Can I work while I’m going to graduate school?
Yes, most students in the Environment and Community program have full-time or part-time jobs. Class time is concentrated to accommodate busy schedules. All courses are held one weekend a month (Friday through Monday). Between class meetings, students work online in a collaborative learning community.
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