Environmental design
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design
Designing sustainable environments
Landscape architecture is a dynamic and rewarding field with diverse career opportunities in professional design, environmental consulting, and agencies like the National Park Service. This program equips you with a strong foundation in design principles, technical skills, and land management, preparing you for careers in landscape architecture, regional planning and related environmental fields.
As a pre-professional program, this degree provides the essential design, technical and theoretical knowledge needed to pursue a Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.). With a seamless transition into the graduate program, you can complete the professional degree required for licensure in as little as five and a half years.
View the sample four-year plan for this degree.
Overview
Related Topics
Contributing to a greener future
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy the outdoors.
- Are interested in promoting the natural environment.
- Are creative and imaginative.
- Like to plan or design outdoor settings.
Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design will complete 124 required credits toward the degree in addition to U-Idaho core requirements.
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,048 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Landscape Architects
$72,829 - Urban and Regional Planners
$91,843 - Construction Managers
$100,503
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, be sure to complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead — estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Scholarships
Unlock scholarship opportunities at University of Idaho! When you apply to U of I, you're automatically considered for scholarships. We also offer a variety of scholarships based on experience, background and academic programs that you can apply for to help pay for college.
Explore available scholarships on our Scholarships website.
Idaho LAUNCH
This degree is approved for Idaho LAUNCH, a grant that supports Idaho students pursuing high-demand careers. Students enrolling under the 2026–27 Academic Catalog may be eligible for up to $4,000 per year / $8,000 total in scholarship funding through the Idaho LAUNCH program.
Learn about eligibility and application deadlines at nextsteps.idaho.gov/launch, or see our full list of approved U of I programs on the in-state scholarships page.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design program provides organizations and clubs to connect students, create community and help shape future leaders.
Student clubs and organizations
- Sigma Lambda Alpha Honor Society
- Student Congress of Art and Architecture
- Urban Land Institute
- International Federation of Landscape Architects
- U.S. Green Building Council
- Freedom by Design
- American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
- Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA)
- Idaho-Montana Chapter of ASLA
- Student Chapter of the American Association of Landscape Architects (SCASLA)
Internships
The College of Art and Architecture has strong industry connections providing internship and networking opportunities that are crucial as you establish your career.
- Professional firms in Idaho and throughout the U.S.
- National Park Service
- City and regional planning departments
- Idaho and local state parks and recreation agencies
- U.S. Forest Service
- Bureau of Land Management
- Museums, zoos and interpretive centers
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.