Recommendations for colleges on the East Coast for environmental science?

I'm really passionate about environmental science and want to study it on the East Coast. Does anyone have suggestions for great colleges in that area with strong environmental science programs? Trying to narrow down my college list!

Of course! There are a handful of schools on the East Coast that are known for their strong environmental science programs.

Starting up north, Harvard University in Massachusetts boasts a wonderful Environmental Science and Public Policy degree, a multidisciplinary major that offers a solid foundation of scientific principles with public policy.

Duke University in North Carolina also has a renowned Nicholas School of the Environment. Their Environmental Sciences and Policy major provides a deep scientific basis for understanding environmental issues, complemented by courses related to policy, economics, and law.

Further south, the University of Florida has a strong School of Natural Resources and the Environment, which offers a comprehensive learning experience in the field.

Lastly, Yale University in Connecticut has an Environmental Studies major that offers a broad understanding of complex environmental issues, integrating science with humanity studies.

These are just some. When examining these programs, cross-verify with your academic and career goals, and visit the school's department pages to view the specifics of their course offerings and faculty research interests to provide a better gauge of the program's fit for you! Each of these schools offers different specialties and approaches to environmental science, so take a close look at the curriculum at each to make sure they align with what you want to study. Keep in mind, that applying Early Decision or Early Action may boost your chances at these highly selective schools. Remember though, there are numerous other universities and colleges on the East Coast with strong programs.