This Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program in Environmental Conservation is a
two-year degree that builds on associate-level studies in environmental conservation,
biology, ecology, and related fields.
With a focus on applied learning, students participate in classroom and laboratory
learning, hands-on fieldwork, internships, and capstone projects, often in collaboration
with local conservation organizations and government agencies. Graduates are prepared
for advanced field and laboratory work and leadership roles in federal, state, local,
tribal, and private environmental sectors.
If you are interested in working as a leader for a more sustainable future, the Environmental
Conservation BAS may be for you!
Degree Option
The Bachelor in Environmental Conservation program is a two-year degree designed for
students who have completed an associate degree (AA, AAS-T, AAS, or ATA) in Environmental
Conservation or Biology or who have earned 90 credits of equivalent college level
course work.
A Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Conservation degree is awarded upon
completion of 90 credits of specified 300 and 400 level coursework with a cumulative
GPA of 2.5 or higher. Entry into a master’s program may require a higher GPA for
admission. Students are responsible for checking specific requirements of graduate
institutions prior to application.
Sample Career Options
The information above reflects the 2025-2026 course catalog and is subject to change. Please check with your advisor for the most
up to date information.
Program Admissions
The Bachelor in Environmental Conservation program has a selective admissions process,
and students may only begin the program fall quarter. Upon entry, students are committed
to being full time students for two years as they move through the program with their
cohort.
Prospective students must attend a program information session to receive application
materials. Information on the application and admissions process is available at www.skagit.edu/basec.
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites: Entry requirements reflect the preparation needed for upper division courses in the
Environmental Conservation field.
For the Bachelor in Environmental Conservation program, applicants must have the following:
- Attended a BASEC program briefing session. This is the only way a prospective student
can receive an application.
- An associate degree (AA, AAS-T, AAS, or ATA) in Environmental Conservation or Biology
by the time of entry into the program with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or 90 credits
of equivalent college-level courses. The equivalent courses must include at least
15 credits spread among at least two of the following areas Biology, Ecology, Wildlife
Management, Natural Resource Management, Fisheries, Environmental Science, Forestry
Rangeland Management, Entomology, Watershed Requirements.
- Applicants may apply if they anticipate receiving their associate degree or completing
equivalent courses before the program start. The acceptance will be conditional,
and the degree or relevant courses must be completed before the first day of classes.
- Met the entry requirements for ENVC 304 (first quarter course)
- ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 or 10 credits equivalent college level English with a grade of C or higher.
- CMST 220 or CMST 210:E or equivalent with a grade of C or higher.
- CHEM 121 or other lab Chemistry with a grade of C or higher.
- MATH 141 or MATH 146 or equivalent with a grade of C or higher.
- GIS 101 or equivalent with a grade of C or higher.
4. BASEC faculty will assist students with course verifications.
Advisor Check-ins
These checkpoints provide the framework for Skagit Valley College Advising Policy
and Procedures for BAS degrees:
- Prior to Application: The College will provide information designed to assist students
in identifying educational goals and options, as well as critical resources for supporting
students in achieving their goals.
- BAS Application: Students will be asked to attend a program briefing session and to
apply for admission to the program.
- BAS Enrollment: Once accepted into the program, BAS faculty and staff will guide students
with registration.
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Articulation with Bellingham Technical College
The Skagit Valley College (SVC) BAS-ENVC degree program will accept any student, from
any program, who meets SVC’s enrollment requirements. SVC also has a specific articulation
agreement with Bellingham Technical College’s (BTC) AAS-T (Fisheries & Aquaculture
Sciences) program. This agreement is to give priority admission consideration to BTC
students who have completed the AAS-T degree in Fisheries & Aquaculture Sciences at
BTC if they apply by the published deadline for BAS-ENVC applications. Additional
program entrance minimums may be required.
