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Environmental Remediation & Management MS

Master of Science in Environmental Remediation and Management

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Is this program right for you?

The Environmental Remediation & Management program provides the skills to help solve environmental contamination problems present at thousands of commercial and industrial sites around the world. These solutions improve environmental and community health, and facilitate sustainable growth and revitalize urban centers.

  • In just one year, you will gain the foundational skills and knowledge to affect positive change within the field of environmental remediation
  • Curriculum incorporates hands-on field and industry safety training and experience with sample analysis procedures
  • Our program prepares graduates for careers in U.S. and international private consulting firms; industry; and federal, state and municipal government agencies

Education that works for you

Gain advanced training in the investigation, remediation and monitoring of environmentally contaminated sites to promote healthy communities and sustainable economic development.

Program type

Master’s degree

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Degree awarded

Master of Science in Environmental Remediation and Management

Commitment

3 semesters

Tuition

$1,100 per credit

Format

Accelerated

Fast-paced program with higher course load

Face-to-face

On-campus, in-person courses

Hybrid

Mix of on-campus and online courses

Credits

30 graduate credits

Admission terms

Program only admits for fall term

STEM opt eligible

Yes

Supports F-1 Visa

Application deadlines

Fall 2025

  • Deadline: May 30, 2025

Fall 2026

  • Deadline: May 30, 2026

Fall 2027

  • Deadline: May 30, 2027
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Have a foundation in the basic sciences and completed equivalents to MATH 221, CHEM 103 and CHEM 104
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Submit GRE scores using code 1846 if GPA is below 3.0
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of interest
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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What you’ll learn

Get hands-on in environmental problem-solving with the Environmental Remediation & Management MS program. Through field training and coursework, you’ll become an expert in assessing environmental contamination and designing remediation strategies.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, (HAZWOPER) and Field Safety Training
  • Assessment of Environmental Impact
  • Remediation Geotechnics
  • Risk Communication

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