Master of Climate Solutions MCS

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Details

Application Deadline

January 30, 2026

Degrees Awarded

Masters / Professional

Admit Terms

Fall

Degree Types

M.C.S.

GRE Requirements

Optional

Contact Information

Address

101 Giannini Hall
Berkeley, CA 94720

Overview

 

Master of Climate Solutions (MCS)

The Master of Climate Solutions (MCS) at Rausser College offers a focused curriculum tailored to the evolving demands of the job market in climate-related fields. The program is built around teaching students how to accelerate the implementation of solutions that mitigate greenhouse gas emissions or protect against the harms of climate change through adaptation, with an awareness of equity and justice. This 29-unit program provides core knowledge and practical skills needed by professionals to excel in various sectors dealing with climate challenges.

Upon graduation, you will be poised to forge impactful climate solutions in varied contexts. Your potential paths include assisting a company in devising internal incentives to curtail its carbon emissions, crafting a resilient climate adaptation plan for a local government, assisting a transportation company pivot towards cleaner operations, rallying for climate-friendly legislation, or sculpting a business plan that propels a green entrepreneur’s product to market.