Green Thinking!

Be part of the exciting multidisciplinary intellectual community at Penn’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) who are focused on advanced study of the environment through the Master of Environmental Studies (MES) Program.

You’ll take courses across the University and collaborate with Penn’s world-class researchers and practitioners in the physical, biological, and social sciences, economics, and other arts and sciences disciplines, as well as professionals in planning, engineering, business, health care, and the law. Gain the breadth needed to address complex issues of the environment while you develop the depth required to provide specific expertise in environmental restoration and protection.

Earn your MES degree without interrupting your career. With day and evening classes available, you can complete the 12-course program, either full- or part-time, in just two to four years. LPS faculty and advisors work closely with you to develop the program that matches your unique goals and schedule.

The Master of Environmental Studies degree is offered by the School of Arts and Sciences, in cooperation with the Institute for Environmental Studies (IES). It is administered by Penn’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies.