Online Master of Science in Environmental Safety and Health
Advance in a high-demand field.
The consequences of business activities, both private and public sector, have an enormous effect on employers and employees. This is evident in the increase in demand for safety professionals. Our curriculum goes above and beyond regulatory compliance and examines risk management, environmental stewardship, economic impact, and other critical issues.
Why UW-Whitewater Online?
- Asynchronous program lets you learn day or night
- Build connections through online assignments and discussion boards
- Strong alumni network
- AACSB Accredited - 50 years of continuous accreditation
Fully Online
No requirements to come to campus.
Flexible
Complete courses asynchronously and part time.
Specialized
Enhance your career and expand your knowledge.
Online Master of Science in Environmental Safety and Health
The MS in Environmental Safety and Health is a 30-36 credit program. This program can be started in the spring, summer or fall terms, and at a pace that works best for you. Full-time students can finish in as little as three semesters.
For a comprehensive overview of the program structure and required courses, please refer to the Graduate Catalog.
To qualify for admission to the online master’s program, you must meet graduate admission criteria.
Deadlines vary by term and are subject to change without notice. Accurate and up-to-date admission deadlines can be found on the graduate admission deadlines website.
Additional requirements for admission to the Environmental Safety and Health program:
- Upload a resume documenting your professional experience.
- Answer additional required questions in the online application.
All requirements can be submitted during the application process.
If you do not meet the graduate admission criteria, please email us to determine if you could be admitted on a contingent basis.
International students must meet additional criteria and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact us for information and assistance.
Environmental Safety and Health professionals with advanced credentials are in high demand.
Based on a 2018 survey by the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP),1 the median base salary for full-time professionals is $97,000 and 22 percent of respondents earn $125,000 or more. Environmental Safety and Health professionals with a master's degree earn an average of $9,000 more per year than those with a bachelor's degree, and those with an industry-specific licensure/certification such as CSP can earn $20,000 more per year than those without. Information from surveyed UW-Whitewater graduates is shared below, along with the industry-reported salary data.
MS Environmental Safety and Health Placement Rate2
100%
Highlighted Employers2
AECOM, Alliant Energy, ConAgra Foods, First in Rescue Safety & Training, Gundersen Health System, M3 Insurance, Oshkosh Corporation, Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Common Titles2
Corporate Safety Officer, EHS Specialist, Liability Claims Specialist, Safety Director, Worker's Compensation Specialist
Industry Salary1
$105,000 in US & Canada- and $108,000 in the US alone.
1 Board of Certified Safety Professionals - 2023 Safety Salary Survey
2 Based on 2017 - 2018 survey data (national average with median industry tenure of 16 years)
This graduate program at UW-Whitewater are a superior value at $708 USD per credit for the 2025-26 academic year — whether you are a Wisconsin resident, an out-of-state student, or international student within the major. Additional fees and non-resident tuition may apply to other courses. Visit the Tuition and Fees webpage for complete information.
Course materials
Graduate students can purchase textbooks and other instructional materials through the University Bookstore or elsewhere online. Students should verify what materials are needed with their instructor.
Financial aid
Students completing a degree program may be eligible for financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, or employment. All of these make up a “Financial Aid Package” and may be offered singly or in various combinations. Since funds are limited, priority for aid is based on financial need and how promptly applications are filed. To find out, or if you have other financial aid questions, contact the financial aid staff person assigned to you or try uwwfao@uww.edu or 262-472-1130.
Like to learn more about degree options through UW-Whitewater School of Graduate Studies? There are a few ways you can get the information you need.
Visit our information sessions website to select a virtual information session related to the program you are interested in.
You can also fill out a request for information to connect with an advisor who can discuss your goals and help guide you to the right program to pursue your dreams.
Interested in taking a tour of UW-Whitewater campus? You can visit in person or virtually.
Online MS in Occupational and Environmental Safety and Health Emphases
The MS in Environmental Safety and Health is designed to develop an advanced understanding of general and specific issues relevant to occupational and environmental safety.
More information on the program structure and courses can be viewed in the Graduate Catalog.
The MS Degree program in Environmental Safety and Health is designed to develop an advanced understanding of general and specific issues relevant to occupational and environmental safety. Students will develop skills in collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data.
More information on the program structure and courses can be viewed in the Graduate Catalog.
