Find solutions to pressing global issues

Sustainability impacts all aspects of global business, politics, economics and society, creating a need for leaders who have the skills and knowledge to address issues such as climate change, reliance on traditional energy sources, water issues and the demand for socially and environmentally responsible products and services.

Oregon State University is recognized worldwide as a premier sustainability and natural resources university, and now OSU students can earn their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) online in this demanding and popular area of study.

A double degree to double your job prospects

The B.S. in Sustainability is available as a double degree online through Oregon State Ecampus. Current OSU students can complete this degree program as an addition to their primary degree program. The degree is designed to complement all OSU degree programs and previously earned bachelor's degrees.

Joshua Chan Burgos earned a double-degree in sustainability and anthropology online, an experience that included immersive research and community interaction. Watch the video and read more »

For example, Oregon State business students can add the sustainability degree and earn both a bachelor's in business administration and a bachelor's in sustainability – making them competitive job candidates in fields such as sustainability marketing and market research, sustainable products development and strategic planning.

If you're pursing the sustainability degree as a postbaccalaureate student and did not graduate from Oregon State, you'll be required to take a minimum of 45 credits.

Note: Oregon State also offers a sustainability minor online as an alternative to the double degree.

Benefits of learning online with Oregon State

• All classes are developed by OSU's world-class faculty, who are known worldwide for their research, expertise and innovation.
• Oregon State is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
• Oregon State Ecampus is consistently ranked among the nation's 10 best providers of online education according to U.S. News & World Report.
• OSU Ecampus students receive the same diploma as on-campus students.

Get the support you need

Our goal is to help you succeed. That’s why, as an OSU Ecampus student, you’ll have access to vital resources like success coaching, library services, free online tutoring and career guidance – making your online learning experience collaborative and rewarding.