Overview

You will acquire deep knowledge in one of four concentration areas: water and wastewater, air quality, human health and the environment, and sustainable engineering. Through coursework and research, you will be equipped with the expertise and experience to make an immediate impact in the workforce.

Career Outcomes

You will be prepared to address critical environmental concerns through sustainable approaches on local, national and global scales. In addition, the MS ESE provides a clear pathway to advanced studies in the UAlbany PhD ESE program.

Potential job titles for an MS degree in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering at the University at Albany:

Environmental Engineer
Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Director
Green Building Engineer
Water Project Manager
Environmental Engineering Consultant
Global Sustainability Data and Analytics Director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Physical and Chemical Processes
Biological Treatment Processes
Sustainable Air Pollution Management
Nonpoint Source Pollution Engineering
Project Course or Master’s Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-20 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-22 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albany, United States

Disciplines

Environmental Engineering Sustainable Energy View 71 other Masters in Sustainable Energy in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Transcripts from all schools attended
Three letters of recommendation
Personal statement
GRE

Applicants are expected to have an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering. Applicants from other areas will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

30802 USD / year

≈ 30802 USD / year
Out-of-State

28318 USD / year

≈ 28318 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13908 USD / year

≈ 13908 USD / year

Living costs

Albany

United States

1010 - 1570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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