American University is located in Washington, DC , a key center of environmental policy. Through a combination of workshops, internships and research opportunities , the Program exposes students to the environmental policy community. The M.A. in Environmental Policy has a world class faculty dedicated to education and research in environmental policy. Professors in the program span the social and physical sciences, with active faculty from the School of International Service , College of Arts and Sciences , School of Public Affairs and Washington College of Law . In addition to course work, students work closely with individual faculty members as they proceed through the Program and undertake their own research.
Most classes are seminars with much opportunity for student-faculty interchange.
Current graduate students or midcareer professionals may be exempted from the above requirements in certain circumstances. Admission is based on academic record, personal statement and two letters of recommendation. The Graduate Record Examination is required. To apply, contact the School of International Service . Three classes to be chosen in consultation with your advisor.