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B.S. Earth Sciences: Meteorology Emphasis

The science of meteorology seeks to understand the atmosphere and its phenomena by considering the forces that act on it, the processes that determine its behavior and the interaction between it and the earth beneath. This program provides a broad background in meteorology and stresses practical interpretation of weather data and the importance of meteorology to many aspects of human endeavor.

The meteorology emphasis builds a foundation in the sciences that prepares students for graduate school and provides the experience necessary to be ready to take a job in weather forecasting.

Course requirements assure that our graduates meet all of the recommended guidelines for undergraduate curriculum set forth by the (AMS) and satisfy all requirements for a career in the .

 

Career Opportunities

• Weather forecaster: Federal government or private sector
• Risk Analyst
• Broadcast meteorologist 
• Environmental consultant
• Weather data specialist 
• Fire weather forecaster
• Marine meteorologist
• Aviation meteorologist  
• Environmental data analyst

 

Learn how to navigate a career in Meteorology through this Career Compass