Washington University in St. Louis (WashU, WUSTL or Washington University) is a private research university with its main campus in St. Louis County, and Clayton, Missouri. Founded in 1853, the university is named after George Washington, and consistently ranks among the top universities in the United States.
The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis provides a comprehensive exploration of our planet, its history, systems, and place in the solar system. A leading center for research, the department emphasizes hands-on and field-based learning, helping students develop practical skills and critical thinking. Offering undergraduate and graduate programs, it fosters an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on biology, chemistry, physics, and math to investigate topics from life's origin to planetary surfaces. Research covers geochemistry, geophysics, paleontology, planetary science, and climate science, preparing graduates for diverse careers in academia, government, and industry.
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