Academics and Research
Academic Programs
With a long standing record of innovative environmental programs and focus on experiential learning, Pace University provides the unique opportunity to tackle real-world problems to build a more sustainable future. Whether you are interested in a career in sustainability or want to spend some time during your college career exploring these issues, we have programs and courses to suit your interests.
Browse Pace’s environmental undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs:
Undergraduate Programs
Environmental Studies, BA
Environmental Science, BS
Environmental Studies Minor
Sustainability Minor
Environmental Art and Social Practice Minor
Graduate Programs
Environmental Science, MS
Environmental Policy, MA
Environmental Law, LLM
Environmental Law, SJD
Certificate Programs
Environmental Conservation Certificate
Faculty and Student Research
Student-faculty research is a benchmark of the Pace University experience with knowledgeable scholars helping students bridge between the concepts learned in the classroom and their real-world applications.
Environmental Studies and Science Department
Faculty in the Environmental Studies and Science Department have research interests in areas such as sustainability, conservation, climate change, environmental law, and ecology. Students work with highly respected faculty members on collaborative research projects, often in partnership with local institutions such as museums, government, nonprofits and nature preserves. Learn more about their research and how students and community partners are involved in these projects.
Institutes and Centers
Dyson College Institute for Sustainability and the Environment
The mission of the Dyson College Institute for Sustainability and the Environment (DCISE) is to bring together faculty, students and programs throughout the University that involve the environment and sustainability issues. DCISE functions as a dynamic academic center and resource for the Pace community and also engages members of the external community who are concerned about environmental issues.
Dyson College Nature Center
A resource for the overall university community, and the general public, the Nature Center’s primary objective is to promote general education and awareness around environmental and sustainability issues, including those connected to wildlife and livestock.
Global Center for Environmental Legal Studies
The Global Center for Environmental Legal Studies (GCELS) is the international and comparative arm of the Haub Environmental Law Program. GCELS anchors innovative and ongoing projects to develop necessary laws to address the world’s most pressing global environmental issues.
Pace Energy and Climate Center
For over 25 years, the Pace Energy and Climate Center has been a leader working at the intersection of energy and the environment. The Center engages government decision makers and key stakeholders with robust research and analysis in law and policy.
Other Resources
Student ReCoNet Fund
Dyson College Institute for Sustainability and the Environment has a limited pool of funding to support student research, conference attendance, networking or other scholarly opportunities that support the students’ research or career goals. Priority will be given to students who are presenting or have a substantive role in a meeting or conference. Faculty funding may also be available. Visit DCISE's website to learn more about eligibility and the application process.
Fellowship and Research Grant Opportunities
Visit the Environmental Studies and Science department website for information about fellowship and research grant funding.
Pace Environmental Lab
Pace faculty and students have access to the Environmental Lab located in the Dyson College Nature Center on the Pleasantville campus for the use of equipment such as GIS software, GPS units, camera traps, and water testing equipment.
Environmental Studies and Science Blog
Follow the blog for and about the Department of Environmental Studies and Science.