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Atmospheric Science, BS

Atmospheric Science, of which Meteorology is a subset, is the study of short-term weather and long-term climate, involving activities such as weather forecasting, climate projections, air quality modeling, data analysis, and basic and applied research.

Through the Atmospheric Science major, students obtain a solid foundation in both weather and climate, the tools used to study them, and their consequences to people and organizations. Our major meets all guidelines for employment with the United States Government, including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and National Weather Service, as a Meteorologist. 

A career in Atmospheric Science is very rewarding because of the impact weather and climate have on everyday life. You will find atmospheric scientists in many different roles: nearly 36% work in the private sector, which includes consulting firms and forecasting entities; 33% for governmental agencies such as NOAA and the NWS; 24% at educational institutions or laboratories; and 7% in the media. The strongest job prospects are currently in the private sector.

Our students have unique opportunities available to them that are not found at any other university in the state or region. Our Innovative Weather program provides students with paid internships in weather forecasting and communication, helping partners such as We Energies, Summerfest, and MMSD make decisions to protect their interests and communities against hazardous weather. Students can also become involved in undergraduate research, and several of our students have recently received national awards for their research! Our program is also home to the first-of-its-kind faculty-led study abroad program to Mexico, “Air Pollution and Ancient Cultures,” which takes place each January. Finally, we have two active student-led clubs, The Climate Consensus and the Atmospheric Science Club at UWM!