Program Resources

The Master of Environmental Studies (MES) program offers students a multitude of opportunities to get involved on campus and around the region. Take a look at just some of the professional and academic experiences available to you as Penn student.

Virtual information session

Penn's Master of Environmental Studies (MES) program director Siobhan Whadcoat hosts a virtual information session for students interested in this flexible, interdisciplinary program. The session highlights the curriculum, internship and research opportunities, Penn's focus on the environment, and the program application process.

If you have a problem viewing this video, you can watch this on YouTube.

Photo of Richa Desai, MES '17

Meet Our Students

MES students describe why they chose Penn and decided to study in Philadelphia.

Environmental Podcasts

Listen to podcasts from students in the MES and MSAG programs as they cover environmental hot topics.

The MES Top 20

Explore what’s ahead for the environmental field, who’s who of MES and how you can be a greener citizen with our fun and informative lists.

Student and Alumni Videos

Discover the exciting research and work created by our students and alumni.

Student handbook

For guidelines on getting started in the Master of Environmental Studies program, curriculum, policies, procedures, and more, please contact your program director or advisor. Note that our student handbook is currently being revised for the next academic year.

For information on Special Degree Programs offered through the Master of Environmental Studies, including academic requirements, program schedules, policies, and resources at Penn, please contact your program director or advisor. 

Related links

Eager to learn more? Here are some helpful resources about Penn, our networks and beyond.

Master of Environmental Studies Virtual Drop-in Hour

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for an online chat, hosted live from noon - 1 p.m.

Katie Unger Baillie

MES in the Community

A lifelong passion for nature brought science communicator Katie Unger Baillie back to school. Her Penn MES degree helped her pivot to a leadership role in sustainability at Penn’s Environmental Innovations Initiative

Application deadlines

Spring 2026 application deadlines:

  • International deadline: October 1, 2025
  • Regular deadline: November 1, 2025