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College of Applied and Technical Studies

Environment Management

Course Delivery
100% online
Total Credits
60
Completion Time
Graduate in just 3 semesters
Registered Apprenticeship
27 credit hours may be awarded
*Based on the Tuition Guarantee Program for a full-time student taking 12-18 semester hours, if completing program in 4 semesters.

The Associate of Technical Study in Environment Management program at Kent State is designed for individuals seeking foundational knowledge in environmental science and management. This online program provides a blend of technical skills and environmental science principles, ideal for those interested in pursuing careers in conservation, regulatory compliance, or environmental management. Students gain hands-on skills to support sustainable practices and manage environmental projects.

Environment Management Associate’s Degree Program Overview

The Associate of Technical Study degree in Environment Management is a completer program for students who have finished registered green industry apprenticeship or journeyman training programs. Graduates of the program are prepared to work as administrative and supervisory personnel in a variety of arboriculture, urban forestry and landscape management settings.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Apply the technical skills required in the specific occupational area through the successful completion of the approved apprenticeship program.
  2. Utilize effective verbal, written, or electronic communication skills and apply them in the workplace.
  3. Apply administrative and business skills to problem solve, evaluate outcomes, and assess performance in green industry settings.
  4. Describe how to make decisions based upon ethical, organizational, and sound financial business principles.
  5. Implement appropriate tools and applications of technology to solve occupational problems.
  6. Articulate and apply management and customer service models for organizational improvement.

Environment Management Associate’s Degree Program Admissions Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Kent State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Important Dates

Oct
05
Fall Break
Fall Break
Aug
19
Classes Begin
Fall 2024 Semester
Oct
03
Fall Break
Fall Break

Program Courses

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

1Students must submit a copy of certificate of registered apprenticeship at the time of application; credit hours are awarded only after completion of program requirements (27 credit hours will be awarded).

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements Summary
Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000

Environment Management Associate’s Degree Program Tuition and Fees

Ohio Residents

Per Credit Hour Per 3-Credit Course Approximate Tuition Cost

$335.57 Lower Division Courses

$393.35 Upper Division Courses

$1,006.71 Lower Division Courses

$1,180.05 Upper Division Courses

$14,800 full-time1

Non-Ohio Residents

Per Credit Hour Per 3-Credit Course Approximate Tuition Cost

$345.57 Lower Division Courses

$403.35 Upper Division Courses

$1,036.71 Lower Division Courses

$1,210.05 Upper Division Courses

$15,400 full-time2

1The flat-rate semester fee of $3,692.65 for LOWER division courses applies to full-time Ohio resident undergraduate students taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester. The approximate full-time tuition for Associate degrees is calculated at 4 semesters using the lower division course flat rate.

2The flat-rate semester fee of $3,692.65 for LOWER division courses applies to full-time non-Ohio resident undergraduate students enrolled in a fully online degree program and taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester, PLUS a surcharge of $10 per credit hour of actual credit hours taken (between 12-18 semester credits or $120-$180). The approximate full-time tuition for Associate degrees is calculated at 4 semesters using the lower division flat rate and the surcharge ($150 x 4).

For part-time semesters: The $335.57 per-credit-hour tuition rate for LOWER division courses and $393.35 for UPPER division courses applies to part-time Ohio resident undergraduate students, PLUS a $10 per-credit-hour surcharge for non-Ohio resident undergraduate students, taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester. This program consists of all lower division courses.

An additional Distance Learning fee for all students enrolled in a distance learning course is $15 per credit hour. Program tuition and costs are estimated and subject to change.

Actual tuition costs may vary based on a student’s chosen academic plan. For a complete listing of tuition rates for approved online programs, please contact Kent State’s Financial, Billing & Enrollment Center at 330-672-6000 or via our website Contact Us link.

The total program costs are estimates and are not final or binding. Program costs are based on standard fees, but fees may vary based on the actual classes taken.  Kent State University disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance upon these program cost estimates by any person.  Program costs are subject to change without notice.

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