8 Best Sustainable Development Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 7 universities offer 8 Sustainable Development programs — most run 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Alaska - Fairbanks, Humboldt State University and University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.

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Universities 7 Programs 8 Scholarships 13

1Bachelor's Degree

QS World #467 #104 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Climate and Arctic Sustainability

University of Alaska - Fairbanks — Course OverviewThe Bachelor of Arts in Climate and Arctic Sustainability at the University of Alaska Fairbanks offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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2Bachelor's Degree

#384 in United States United States

Cannabis Studies, B.A.

Humboldt State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Cannabis Studies at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the cannabis industry, in...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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3Bachelor's Degree

#413 in United States United States

Youth Leadership

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs — The Bachelor's Degree in Youth Leadership at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively lead and e...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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4Bachelor's Degree

#436 in United States United States

Geography

University of Arkansas - Little Rock — The Bachelor of Arts in Geography at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock offers an engaging curriculum designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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5Program

#531 in United States United States

Cultural Heritage and Resources Management

Sonoma State University — The Cultural Heritage and Resources Management degree at Sonoma State University offers students a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, preservation techniques, a...

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—Duration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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6Program

#531 in United States United States

Sustainability

Sonoma State University — The Sustainability degree at Sonoma State University is a multidisciplinary program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle pressing...

—Level

—Duration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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7Bachelor's Degree

#659 in United States United States

Geography

California State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Geography at California State University-East Bay offers a comprehensive exploration of the relationships between people, places, and environment...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

OnlineMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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8Bachelor's Degree

#979 in United States United States

Environmental And Sustainability Studies

Shenandoah University — The Bachelor's Degree in Environmental and Sustainability Studies at Stockholm University is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Sustainable Development

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How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of Alaska - Fairbanks at #467 — so it heads the list. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Alaska - Fairbanks has the largest research record in this group, with 2,168,591 citations and an h-index of 479.

What the courses look like

The usual length is 4 years. 88% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Sonoma State University offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Sustainable Development?

University of Alaska - Fairbanks (QS World #467), Humboldt State University (#384 in United States) and University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (#413 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Sustainable Development course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years.

When do Sustainable Development courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Sustainable Development online with a university in the United States?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Sustainable Development courses in the United States?

Sonoma State University, with 2, ahead of California State University (1).

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