Undergraduate Programs Overview
The Department of Earth, Environment and Planning offers six Bachelor of Science degrees. Our coursework and opportunities for hands-on experiences prepare our students for success in a wide range of scientific, environmental, and technological career paths. Outside the classroom, there are opportunities to enrich the learning experience though internships, undergraduate research, or participation in one of our student organizations. So, whatever your area of interest, you will find great ways to get involved and make a difference!
Undergraduate Degrees
Double Major
Students who double major often broaden their appeal in the job marketplace and to complement their primary major. You’ll receive one diploma with both your primary major and your secondary major listed. The BS in Geography is the most flexible degree within the department and makes a great second major to any of the degrees within the department or the college:
General Education Requirements: 40 s.h. (Gen ed courses may be used to satisfy the gen ed requirements for both majors!)
Does not requires 12 s.h. of a foreign language through level 1004, unless the primary major is a BA degree.
Does not require additional Writing Intensive (WI) courses.
Example double major 4-year plans:
Minors and Certificates
Plan a Visit!
Are you interested in visiting our department to learn more about our programs and research? Please fill out the Contact Form or call us at 252-328-6230. If you have a specific research interests, please let us know and we can help in planning your visit schedule. The earlier you schedule your visit the more rewarding it will be! Be sure to visit ECU and our department during the spring ECU Pirates Aboard and fall ECU Open House events, or take a campus tour at any time.
Cost of Study
ECU offers exceptional value for our undergraduate degree programs. Click the link for current information on cost of attendance, including tuition, fees, and room and board.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
There are many merit and financial based scholarships available to our undergraduate students in our department as well as across ECU and beyond. Follow this link for information about financial aid at ECU.