Best Colleges for Environmental Design

Environmental Design graduates earn an average of $41,958 annually, making this field an appealing choice for students passionate about sustainable planning and design. This interdisciplinary major combines architecture, landscape design, urban planning, and environmental science to address modern sustainability challenges.

When evaluating Environmental Design programs, students should prioritize schools with strong studio facilities, experienced faculty with industry connections, and opportunities for hands-on project work. Look for curricula that balance theoretical knowledge with practical application, including internship programs and community partnerships. With only 11 schools offering this specialized major, students have focused options to choose from. The best programs emphasize both technical skills and creative problem-solving approaches to environmental challenges.

Schools Ranked

$41,959

Avg. Program Earnings

68.6%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 11 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	Cornell University Ithaca, New York	$57,318	95.1%	private-nonprofit
2	Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, Florida	$55,964	64.3%	public
3	Boston Architectural College Boston, Massachusetts	$53,358	38.5%	private-nonprofit
4	University of Hawaii at Manoa Honolulu, Hawaii	$49,019	62.6%	public
5	University of Colorado Boulder Boulder, Colorado	$39,663	75.0%	public
6	Montana State University Bozeman, Montana	$38,289	57.3%	public
7	Utah State University Logan, Utah	$36,848	57.3%	public
8	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, Ohio	$35,416	62.8%	public
9	University at Buffalo Buffalo, New York	$32,925	73.4%	public
10	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$32,382	84.8%	public
11	University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, Massachusetts	$30,366	83.2%	public