Students pursing their Bachelor of Science in Environment and Natural Resources study one of five majors:
All five majors have the shared goal of achieving conservation of our natural resources for current and future generations. By integrating the natural and social sciences, SENR majors promote discovery and leadership through a comprehensive approach to better understand and address environmental and natural resource challenges locally, regionally, and globally.
Connect your environmental interests and passions to a major.
I want to…
make a positive change in a community >>
incorporate sustainability into business practices >>
advocate for environmental justice >>
work with animals or wildlife>>
educate others about the environment >>
work in a local, state or national park >>
understand how climate change impacts the environment >>
promote resilient ecosytems >>
Do you have a passion for and want to pursue an environmental career, but are not sure which major or path is for you?
Students applying to Ohio State University have the option of selecting Environment and Natural Resources - Undecided as their planned major on the Common Application. Students who enroll at Ohio State as Environment and Natural Resources - Undecided are students in SENR and register for the first-year survey course (ENR 1100) with all other SENR students to delve into coursework and career opportunities each SENR major offers. Students who are ENR - Undecided work closely with their academic advisor to land on a major path that best aligns with their academic and career goals