About the Program

Our doctoral degree in Environmental Social Sciences brings together a vibrant, interdisciplinary community dedicated to understanding the human dimensions of global environmental change. Working closely with pioneering faculty mentors, students integrate rigorous social science disciplines—including economics, political science, sociology, psychology, and law—with environmental science to analyze and address complex sustainability challenges. The program prepares scholars for impactful, leadership-oriented careers in academia, public policy, non-profits, and the private sector. Here, you will translate deep social science insights into equitable, real-world solutions for a changing planet.