Take the next step in your career
Applications for 2026 now open!
Why Choose UC Davis?
At the University of California, Davis, we believe in equipping our students with the knowledge and skills to address complex environmental challenges. In the Environmental Policy and Management (EPM) program, you will gain cutting-edge skills and experience in applying environmental science to real-world policy and management issues. Our dynamic curriculum emphasizes experiential and project-based learning with the option of enrolling in a two-year program or accelerated 12-month option available for candidates with prior professional experience. Our faculty are uniquely qualified to educate tomorrow's leaders and our close proximity to Sacramento gives you plenty of opportunities to network and access experts and future employers and state, federal and nonprofit agencies. Applications to join the next cohort of master students in the Graduate Program of Environmental Policy and Management are now open!
Program highlights:
- Non-thesis masters's degree
- Expert, interdisciplinary faculty
- Small cohort sizes & close working relationships with faculty and staff
- Formalized opportunities for networking and mentorship
- Flexible coursework allows students to specialize in a topical or methodological area of interest
Graduates of this program go on to lead successful careers within state natural resources agencies, federal government, nonprofit organizations or private consulting firms.
Join our Webinar Series
To provide insights into the application process, career opportunities and student experiences, we invite you to attend our webinar series. Led by program staff, these seminars are designed to answer your questions from a variety of perspectives. Attend one, or all of them! We hope to see you there.
- EPM Program Overview: Exploring Opportunities 11/5/2025 5-6pm PT
- Student Voices & Admissions Insights: What it’s really like 11/20/2025 5-6pm PT
- Preparing a Competitive Application: Tips & Tricks 12/4/2025 5-6pm PT
Admissions resources
If you plan to apply for the Fall 2026 cohort, we have a collection of resources available to you as you craft your application. Be sure to review these resources to help you prepare the most competitive application package possible.