Are you ready to lead change?
We believe that today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders.
High school juniors or seniors,
Spend a semester helping to solve some of the world’s most complex environmental problems:
Study real-world scenarios
Meet with national environmental and political leaders
Engage in scientific research
Leading Change on Climate Science
Join us for a brief introduction to the Watershed Semester with Director Emily Beck
Fast Facts
1:6 Faculty to Student Ratio
13 Average Class Size
4 Core Program Courses
2 Tutorial Courses
Length: 15 Weeks
On-Campus: 10 Weeks
Field-study: 5 Weeks
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Katie Schiwy
Katie Schiwy
The most important thing I’ve learned this semester is something I can take with me wherever I go- I can do it... I kept that mindset with me, through every assignment, through every expedition, and at the end of it all, a semester later, I know I can do it, whatever it will be, from here on out.
-- Katie Schiwy, CWS F’18
Cole Evans
Cole EVans
CWS has truly opened my eyes regarding what environmental issues this country and this watershed are facing, and not only the problems but potential solutions as well.
— Cole Evans, CWS F’18
Evie Hagan
Diane Hagan
Evelyn's experiences throughout this semester continue to be unforgettable in the best of ways! Her sense of self and place in the world has expanded, and she now has so many ideas about the kind of work she wants to do. She's so impressed with everyone she's encountered during this journey. We couldn't be more pleased or grateful for the empowerment that she's gained.
— Diane Hagan, parent of Evie Hagan, CWS F’21