Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability and Regeneration, Social

Jumpstart your career in social sustainability and regeneration

The Bachelor of Arts in Sustainability and Regeneration with a social concentration at Indiana University Southeast prepares you to make a difference in the world by tackling environmental challenges through a social lens. The flexible program at IUS blends sustainability principles with social issues, helping you understand how communities, policies, and economics affect the environment. The program includes a foreign language requirement, broadening your global perspective and preparing you for work in international sustainability efforts.

Hands-on learning with a social perspective

One of the best parts of the IU Southeast program is its hands-on learning opportunities. You’ll work on projects that address real-world environmental challenges while considering how social factors like equity and community engagement affect sustainability efforts. Whether through internships, community projects, or field studies, you’ll gain practical experience that helps you solve problems at both the local and global levels. This real-world focus ensures you’re ready to create positive change in communities and ecosystems, with a strong understanding of social impacts on sustainability.

Learn from experienced faculty in sustainability and social justice

At IU Southeast, you’ll be guided by experienced professors who specialize in sustainability and social issues. Small class sizes mean you’ll get personalized attention, allowing you to deeply engage with professors who bring real-world knowledge into the classroom. They’ll mentor you, offering valuable insights into how social and environmental issues intersect, and help you apply what you learn to real-world situations. You’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills, and experience you need to make a lasting impact in the fields of sustainability and social justice.

Application and tuition information

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Careers

Graduates of IU Southeast’s Sustainability and Regeneration program with a social concentration will be ready to work with non-profit organizations, government agencies, or global sustainability organizations, advocating for policy changes that support both environmental and social sustainability. You’ll be prepared to work in areas like community advocacy, policy-making, or environmental education. There are opportunities in community organizing, environmental education, or even working with international groups to promote sustainable development. The mix of practical experience and social focus in this degree ensures you're ready to make a real difference, wherever your career takes you.

Degree information

120 credit hours
Minimum culumulative GPA of 2.0
Hybrid (combination of in-person and online classes)

Degree requirements

Please visit the IU Southeast Bulletin website for specific degree requirements.

Kentucky residents

Kentucky students are part of our IU Southeast family. In fact, students from ten Kentucky counties receive in-state tuition through our reciprocity program, students from non-reciprocity Kentucky counties qualify for reduced tuition through our Indiana Partner Program, and all Kentucky students may qualify for the KEES Match Scholarship! Learn more about the advantages of attending IU Southeast, including the lowest four-year tuition rate in the region, staying close to home while you earn your degree, and the unique experience only IU Southeast can offer.

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