American University (School of International Service) · Washington, DC, United States
Environmental policy taught a metro ride from the institutions that make it: 36 credit hours at AU's School of International Service blending natural science, economics and policy, closing with a 50-60 page Substantial Research Paper rather than a taught capstone. The programme publishes its outcomes — 88% of graduates working or continuing study within six months, at employers including the World Bank, World Resources Institute, the State Department and WWF — and for the development-minded there is a companion dual MA in Natural Resources & Sustainable Development run with the UN-mandated University for Peace in Costa Rica.
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
The 2026 Sustainability Degree Shortlist Guide: pick, compare and afford the right programme — plus occasional emails with new programmes, scholarships and application tips.