The Associate of Science with emphasis in Ecosystem Science & Stewardship (ESS) combines a spectacular place, classrooms without walls, and experienced staff and faculty. The emphasis is designed to transfer with a junior standing to a bachelor’s program at either CMC or another 4-year college or university. The unique curriculum focuses on foundational course work with integrated real-world and experiential learning that connects students with field learning and internship opportunities, helping students to build field and research skills, connect classroom learning to applied projects, and prepare them for seasonal entry-level positions with non-profit, private, and governmental organizations.
Students must demonstrate college-level proficiency in composition, reading, and mathematics as prerequisites for courses within this program. Skills in these areas may affect the sequence of courses in which students can enroll and may also extend the time required to complete this program. For more details, please see the Academic Placement and Testing section.
Successful students will earn an Associate of Science Degree with an emphasis in Ecosystem Science & Stewardship. The Leadville Campus Scholarship may be available to assist students. For application information, see the Scholarships section.
The Associate of Science Degree with an emphasis in Ecosystem Science & Stewardship is offered at Colorado Mountain College in Leadville and Steamboat Springs.
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