{"id":13608,"date":"2025-12-03T08:39:51","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T14:39:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/?page_id=13608"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:43:48","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T17:43:48","slug":"freshwater-sciences","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/freshwater-sciences\/","title":{"rendered":"Freshwater Sciences"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"lp-banner-sidebyside-block_7af06f884f059d52e9a31a9ec83fd34c\" class=\"uwm-l-container--fluid lp-banner-sidebyside uwm-bg-gray uwm-pattern--wave-vertical-white\">\n    <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--sidebyside uwm-l-row\">\n\n        <div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-u-p-0\">\n            \n                <div class=\"uwm-p-banner\">\n                    <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--single\">\n                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-science-student-scuba-neeskay.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"A student wearing scuba gear jumping off the back of the Neeskay into the water.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-science-student-scuba-neeskay.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-science-student-scuba-neeskay-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-science-student-scuba-neeskay-1024x444.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-science-student-scuba-neeskay-768x333.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/>                        <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--gradient\"><\/div>\n                        <div class=\"uwm-p-banner--content uwm-u-text--center\">\n                            <div class=\"uwm-u-px-30\">\n                                <h1 class=\"futura uwm-u-mb-10 heading-mt-200 size-4\">Discover Fresh Solutions<\/h1>\n<p class=\"lead-in\">At UWM, our freshwater sciences programs prepare you to tackle the world&#8217;s most pressing water and climate challenges.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-u-p-50\">\n                <div id=\"reqinfo-form\" class=\"uwm-mini-rfi\">\n<h2 class=\"size-h3 uwm-u-mt-0 futura\">Fill out this form to learn more about UWM<\/h2>\n<div id=\"form_62922bff-9c0f-4d35-aba2-1b6d54a0b415\">Loading&#8230;<\/div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/admissions.uwm.edu\/register\/?id=62922bff-9c0f-4d35-aba2-1b6d54a0b415&amp;output=embed&amp;div=form_62922bff-9c0f-4d35-aba2-1b6d54a0b415\">\/**\/<\/script><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80 uwm-u-pb-40\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left futura size-h1 uwm-u-mt-0 heading-separator\" id=\"h-dive-into-freshwater-sciences\">Dive Into Freshwater Sciences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left size-p-lg\">Freshwater scientists study and manage freshwater ecosystems like rivers, lakes and streams. They also use science to address problems like invasive species and climate change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left size-p-lg\">At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, you&#8217;ll learn on the shores of Lake Michigan with hands-on training to prepare you for well-paid careers with environmental organizations, government agencies, water tech companies and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left size-p-lg\">Whether you&#8217;re pursuing your bachelor\u2019s, master\u2019s or doctoral degree, you&#8217;ll find a path here to reach your professional goals. Ready to get your feet wet?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--testimonial uwm-p-card--testimonial-compact uwm-u-mb-40\"><figure class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><blockquote><p>Freshwater science offers so much. There&#8217;s people who enjoy fish, people who enjoy water quality and some people who like to tackle pollution. And freshwater also has a water policy area, so we learn about economic policies, too.<\/p><\/blockquote><div class=\"uwm-p-card--profile\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/10\/Freshwater-Waves-LP_20250611_Waves_Choi_AM_50.jpg\" alt=\"Freshwater science major Jena Choi poses for a portrait. \" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\"\/><figcaption class=\"uwm-p-card--attr\"><strong>Jena <\/strong><em>Freshwater Sciences major<\/em><\/figcaption><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80 uwm-p-wave-vertical\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-order--last\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading futura size-h1 heading-separator\" id=\"h-build-a-career-as-a-water-scientist\">Build a Career as a Water Scientist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">Wondering what you can do with your degree in freshwater sciences? Water is one of the global economy&#8217;s fastest-growing sectors, making our graduates in high demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">You&#8217;ll find freshwater sciences alumni at leading institutions, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-lg\">\n<li>Milwaukee Water Works<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>U.S. Geological Survey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>U.S. Environmental Protection Agency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list size-p-lg\">\n<li>Urban Ecology Center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wisconsin DNR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-sciences-student-with-mentor-neeskay.jpg\" alt=\"A Student working with water samples with his mentor inside the Neeskay.\" class=\"wp-image-14736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-sciences-student-with-mentor-neeskay.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/07\/freshwater-sciences-student-with-mentor-neeskay-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Over 95% of our graduates find water-related positions in government, academia, consulting, industry and the nonprofit sector. They work as environmental scientists, water technicians, conservation officers, freshwater ecologists, climate consultants, lab researchers and much more.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center futura heading-separator uwm-u-text--center size-h1\" id=\"h-what-sets-uwm-s-freshwater-sciences-programs-apart\">What Sets UWM&#8217;s Freshwater Sciences Programs Apart?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mb-10 black size-h4\" id=\"h-a-committed-community\">A Committed Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 default\">Our faculty, staff and students are passionate about protecting our waters and the environment through scientific research and practical policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mb-10 uwm-u-mt-30 black size-h4\" id=\"h-hands-on-learning\">Hands-On Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 default\">Gain real-world experience through internships at organizations like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Engineers Without Borders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mb-10 uwm-u-mt-30 black size-h4\" id=\"h-learn-on-the-great-lakes\">Learn on the Great Lakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 default\">Our doors open right on Lake Michigan: That means you&#8217;ll be able to explore a variety of water systems, including the Great Lakes and three urban rivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mb-10 uwm-u-mt-30 black size-h4\" id=\"h-cutting-edge-tools\">Cutting-Edge Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 default\">You&#8217;ll have access to state-of-the-art labs and equipment, a genomics center and a year-round research vessel \u2014 and develop skills in the latest scientific techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<figure class=\"uwm-c-img--caption-gray\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/11\/Freshwater-Waves-LP_20250320_SFS_McLellan_AM_07.jpg\" alt=\"Faculty mentor Sandra McLellan works with student Kie Dennis in lab at the School of Freshwater Sciences\" class=\"wp-image-16136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/11\/Freshwater-Waves-LP_20250320_SFS_McLellan_AM_07.jpg 750w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/lp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/596\/2025\/11\/Freshwater-Waves-LP_20250320_SFS_McLellan_AM_07-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>UWM&#8217;s School of Freshwater Sciences is the nation&#8217;s only school dedicated to freshwater and climate sciences. Here, faculty mentor Sandra McLellan works with PhD student Kieyarrah, who is researching antibiotic-resistant organisms to help the medical field better equip people to survive bacterial infections.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left futura uwm-u-mb-0 heading-separator size-h1\" id=\"h-discover-our-freshwater-sciences-programs\">Discover Our Freshwater Sciences Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Bachelor of Science, Freshwater Sciences<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Are you passionate about marine biology, water science or the environment? Then our Bachelor of Science in Freshwater Sciences might be for you. You&#8217;ll join a community of students and faculty mentors using science to solve global freshwater challenges like pollution and sustainable fishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The flexibility to choose between two tracks: Aquatic Science or Water Policy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small class sizes taught by leading freshwater experts. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opportunities through the Freshwater Collaborative of Wisconsin, a partnership that connects you with internships, research projects and fieldwork across the state. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Master of Science, Freshwater Sciences<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in marine science, ecosystem health or oceanography, our master&#8217;s degree in freshwater sciences can empower you to make a difference. Our program offers hands-on experience in water quality, ecosystem monitoring, policy development and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At UWM, you&#8217;ll gain the skills you need to advance research, shape policy and fuel real-world solutions: More than 90% of freshwater master&#8217;s graduates land well-paying jobs right out of school or go on to PhD programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Customizable degrees with professional and thesis track options that emphasize either hands-on training and career development or research and policy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personalized career advising and strong connections to water experts across science, government, nonprofits and industry. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Accelerated Master&#8217;s Degree <\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>This fast-track program combines undergraduate and graduate degrees in freshwater sciences. You&#8217;ll save on tuition, launch your career sooner and earn more right out of college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3.5 years of undergraduate studies and 1.5 years of graduate studies. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customizable paths focused on aquatic science and\/or water policy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Doctorate, Freshwater Sciences<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Do you like digging into complex scientific problems to discover solutions? Are you committed to protecting and preserving one of our most vital natural resources? Then dive into our freshwater sciences PhD. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our PhD in freshwater sciences will prepare you for a rewarding career in academia, research or industry: 100% of our PhD program graduates have gone into a water-related job after graduation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Program highlights include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore natural and human-created freshwater systems and gain invaluable lab experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do research with some of the world&#8217;s leading scientists in aquaculture, pollution, genomics, ecosystem health and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80 uwm-p-circles-section\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uwm-u-mobile--hide\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-order--last\"><div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-15676\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h1 uwm-u-mt-0 futura heading-separator\" id=\"h-make-waves-in-your-world\">Make Waves in Your World<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-lg\">UW-Milwaukee students come from all walks of life. 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