Study environmental science and build a solid foundation in general education classes at EICC. With low-cost tuition and guaranteed transfer agreements in place, this is the smart way to do your first two years. Small classes instead of huge lecture sections are a bonus, too.
What You Learn in the Environmental Science Pathway
Dive into common environmental problems and discuss possible causes, consequences, and remedies. Begin your studies in physical geology and learn about rock and hydraulic cycles, erosion, and earthquakes. In biology and chemistry courses, study cell division, genetics, the composition of matter, and more. Other courses give you the general education needed to transfer. You graduate prepared to succeed at a four-year college.
What Can I Do With A Career In Environmental Science?
You choose. Safeguard residents and communities. Develop plans to clean up pollution and brownfield sites. Work with industries to reduce waste. Document environmental hazards and health risks. You can advise federal and state policymakers. Work in an office or a lab, or in hands-on in the field investigating conditions and collecting data.
It is a rewarding career field that focuses on the health of our natural world which is tied to the well-being of each person living on our planet. Your work has impact.
A Solid Foundation
General Biology
Why divided?
General Biology
Study chemical applications in biology, cell division, genetics, and more.
Chemistry
There’s a spark
Chemistry
Dimensional analysis, gases, atomic structure, chemical bonding, etc.
Environmental Science
Keep growing
Environmental Science
Dive into issues related to the environment.
Statistics
More than numbers
Statistics
Obtain, present, and organize statistical data. Skills important to your career.
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Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the International Honor Society for two-year colleges. Complete 12 credit hours with 3.5 GPA, and your local chapter will send you an invite to join. Each of our colleges has a chapter which means you’ll be supported by your peers. PTK offers transfer scholarships, intellectual enrichment, and personal development.
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Tutoring
Need some extra help? We offer drop-in and scheduled tutoring on each campus, and online, too. You can also get a writing consultation via email. Visit our tutoring centers for more information on services and schedules.
EXPLORE ACADEMIC RESOURCESYour Degree = Success
Planning to earn a bachelor’s? Start here, then transfer your credits or associate’s degree. Studies show community college students who transfer into a four-year do better than the students who started there as freshmen.
Get a remarkable education and remarkable head start at EICC.
Explore the value of an associate’s degreeKeep Your Transfer Plan Current
Maybe your intended next college has added a new major or maybe you’ve discovered a new interest. Check with your EICC advisor regularly and keep your own checklist going so you’re on the right path making the right progress.
TRANSFER PLANNINGWhat if I transfer to
Your credits will transfer to any other accredited institution. We’ve worked out transfer
agreements with select partner colleges and universities. Contact your advisor to
know exactly how your credits will work at:
Ames, Iowa
- 2.0 GPA required for transfer
- +2 years estimated completion at ISU
Davenport, Iowa
- $1,000 scholarship offered to EICC students who apply for SAU/Dual Admission
- 2.0 GPA required for transfer
Iowa City, Iowa
- 2.0 GPA required for transfer
- +2 years estimated completion at UI
Cedar Falls, Iowa
- 2.0 GPA required for transfer
- +2 years estimated completion at UNI
Macomb, Illinois
- 2.0 GPA required for transfer
- 2+2 Agreements & Transfer Pathways with EICC
Employment and Wage Outlook
How EICC Fits Your Goals
Maybe the 4-year where you plan to transfer has added a new major or perhaps you discovered a new career field. We're here to guide and support you, so let us know. Keep in regular contact with your EICC advisor and lean on these services and resources, too.
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Environmental Science Pathway: Locations
Clinton Community College
1000 Lincoln Blvd.
Clinton, IA 52732
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Muscatine Community College
152 Colorado St.
Muscatine, IA 52761
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Scott Community College
500 Belmont Rd.
Bettendorf, IA 52722
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