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Sustainable Design and Development, BS

Sustainable Design and Development educates a new generation of problem-solvers to approach the most difficult issues of today including sustainability related to the environment, food and agriculture, water, planning and development, forestry, energy and community capacity.

This major focuses on creating healthy and prosperous communities while balancing decision-making with the triple bottom line: ecological, social and economic impacts (planet, people, profit).

Through critical, analytic and design thinking problem-solving skill development, graduates will have the ability to work on multidisciplinary projects through community engaged processes with the goal of creating a more sustainable world.

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Your Degree Plan

Intro

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This major focuses on creating healthy and prosperous communities while balancing decision-making with the triple bottom line: ecological, social and economic impacts (planet, people, profit).

Take advantage of special options related to this major:

  • Honors

    Expand your curiosity — and enhance your curriculum — through the 61´«Ã½tv Honors College. Two programs are offered: for first- and second-year students and for third- and fourth-year students.

The 61´«Ã½tv Difference

What sets this program apart from its competitors?

  • Small-school environment with all the resources of a large university. You’ll benefit from one-on-one faculty interactions and develop a close relationship with your faculty and peers.
Scholarships

Over 92% of 61´«Ã½tv freshmen receive grants or scholarships (2022-2023).

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Learn by Doing

Learning happens outside the classroom. Get involved.

Live, study and pursue outside-the-classroom learning in a that shares your interests:

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What you learn outside of the classroom is just as important as what you learn during class. We’ll help you follow your curiosity.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to 61´«Ã½tv's Sustainable Design and Development major, first-time freshmen must meet 61´«Ã½tv's . Interested in transferring? Review the .

Tuition and Aid

How much does Sustainable Design and Development at 61´«Ã½tv cost? And how can you save?

Tuition and Fees

Estimated rates are available on our tuition website. Anyone who is not a current West Virginia resident, including international students, will be charged non-resident rates.

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Ways to Save

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Financial Aid

The most important step toward funding your future with financial aid for the Sustainable Design and Development major is submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.

Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to 61´«Ã½tv.

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