Environmental Science Program Accreditation

Is Your Environmental Science Program ABET Accredited?

AAEES is helping raise awareness of ABET accreditation for Environmental Science programs in the U.S. and around the world.

ABET accreditation provides a recognized framework for academic quality, continuous improvement, and preparing graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to address today’s environmental challenges.

Environmental Science accreditation criteria address key curricular areas including chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, earth sciences, sustainability, environmental ethics, economics, environmental policy, and natural resource management.

Why Consider ABET Accreditation?

Accreditation can help Environmental Science programs:

• Demonstrate academic quality and rigor
• Support continuous assessment and program improvement
• Prepare graduates with skills aligned with today’s environmental workforce
• Strengthen recognition among students, employers, and academic institutions
• Demonstrate that program educational objectives and student outcomes are being assessed and maintained

AAEES encourages Environmental Science faculty, department chairs, program directors, and university leaders to explore ABET accreditation and determine whether it may be appropriate for their program.

VIEW 2026–2027 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CRITERIA

ABET 2026–2027 Applied and Natural Science Criteria

For questions about ABET accreditation requirements or the accreditation process, contact the AAEES Executive Director, Chris Stone, at [email protected].