The National Weather Service (NWS) Forecast Office is located near SLU and regularly accepts SLU students for internships. Classes also take field trips to the office to experience NWS operations.
Saint Louis University's oldest academic unit offers degrees in more than 30 academic areas.
Saint Louis University offers an undergraduate major in meteorology. Meteorology is more than just the study of weather; it includes all the characteristics, structures and processes of the atmosphere. Basic principles of physics and chemistry are applied to discover what makes the atmosphere work. Mathematical equations and techniques are used to predict weather based on present conditions. Recently, meteorology has become increasingly vital to humankind’s concerns. Ozone depletion and global warming have been identified as threats to human existence on earth. Meteorologists are on the front lines of the battle to learn more about and model these phenomena.
The meteorology curriculum at Saint Louis University emphasizes both theory and practical application in fundamental and innovative aspects of the atmospheric sciences. Since class sizes are relatively small, students develop effective relationships with their instructors. This personalized instruction stimulates academic interest and professional dedication among students, which is further strengthened by SLU's Jesuit tradition of education.
Students in the meteorology program at Saint Louis University can take advantage of the National Weather Service (NWS) Forecast Office, which is located near the University and regularly accepts SLU students for internships. Classes often take field trips to the office to experience NWS operations. There are four commercial TV stations in the St. Louis area that regularly feature weather reports and with whom internships are available. Students can earn six credits through an internship.
SLU research centers include the Earthquake Center, the Cooperative Institute for Precipitation Systems, the Global Geodynamics Program and the Center for Environmental Sciences and Quantum Weather™.
The Bachelor of Science in Meteorology program places more emphasis on professional recognition, admission to graduate schools and employment with the National Weather Service.
The American Meteorological Society readily accepts B.S. degree holders as members.
Begin your application for this program at www.slu.edu/apply. Saint Louis University also accepts the Common App.
All applications are thoroughly reviewed with the highest degree of individual care and consideration to all credentials that are submitted. Solid academic performance in college preparatory course work is a primary concern in reviewing a freshman applicant’s file.
To be considered for admission to any Saint Louis University undergraduate program, the applicant must be graduating from an accredited high school, have an acceptable HiSET exam score or take the General Education Development (GED) test. Beginning with the 2021-22 academic year, undergraduate applicants will not be required to submit standardized test scores (ACT or SAT) in order to be considered for admission. Applicants will be evaluated equally, with or without submitted test scores.
Begin your application for this program at www.slu.edu/apply.
Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an acceptable score on the GED. An official high school transcript and official test scores are required only of those students who have attempted fewer than 24 transferable semester credits (or 30 quarter credits) of college credit. Those having completed 24 or more of college credit need only submit a transcript from previously attended college(s). In reviewing a transfer applicant’s file, the office of admission holistically examines the student’s academic performance in college-level coursework as an indicator of the student’s ability to meet the academic rigors of Saint Louis University.
Begin your application for this program at www.slu.edu/apply.
All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students along with the following:
There are two principal ways to help finance a Saint Louis University education:
For priority consideration for merit-based scholarships, apply for admission by Dec. 1 and complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1.
For information on other scholarships and financial aid, visit the student financial services office online at https://www.slu.edu/financial-aid.
Meteorology students must complete a minimum total of 80 credits for the major.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Core Requirement | ||
College core requirements | 54-63 | |
For additional information about core courses | ||
Required Courses | ||
CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry 1 (lecture only) | 3 |
CSCI 1060 | Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming | 3 |
EAS 2110 | Meteorological Analysis | 3 |
EAS 2440 | Atmospheric Processes and Systems | 3 |
EAS 2530 | Fundamentals of Climate Systems | 3 |
EAS 3330 | Physical Meteorology I | 3 |
EAS 3340 | Physical Meteorology II | 3 |
EAS 4150 | Instrumentation and Remote Sensing | 3 |
EAS 4200 | Synoptic Meteorology I | 3 |
EAS 4220 | Synoptic Meteorology II | 3 |
EAS 4440 | Principles of Dynamic Meteorology I | 3 |
EAS 4450 | Principles of Dynamic Meteorology II | 3 |
PHYS 1610 & PHYS 1620 | Engineering Physics I and Engineering Physics I Laboratory | 4 |
PHYS 1630 & PHYS 1640 | Engineering Physics II and Engineering Physics II Laboratory | 4 |
MATH 1510 | Calculus I | 4 |
MATH 1520 | Calculus II | 4 |
MATH 2530 | Calculus III | 4 |
MATH 3550 | Differential Equations | 3 |
Mathematics/Statistics Requirement | ||
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Elementary Statistics with Computers | ||
Discrete Mathematics | ||
Linear Algebra for Engineers | ||
Introduction to Linear Algebra | ||
Numerical Analysis | ||
Advanced Mathematics for Engineers | ||
Introduction to Complex Variables | ||
Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos | ||
Partial Differential Equations | ||
Major Elective Courses | ||
Select twelve credits of the following: | 12 | |
Earth Systems I-The Solid Earth | ||
Broadcast Meteorology I | ||
Broadcast Meteorology II | ||
Global Change | ||
Physical Meteorology II | ||
Numerical Modeling Applications | ||
Mesoanalysis and Severe Storms | ||
Elements of Air Pollution | ||
Hydrology | ||
Principles of Dynamic Meteorology II | ||
Elementary Tropical Meteorology | ||
Scientific Communications | ||
Weather Forecasting | ||
COMET Modules | ||
Internship | ||
Senior Inquiry Research Project | ||
Introduction to Geographic Information Systems | ||
Senior Experience | ||
Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Weather Forecasting | ||
Senior Inquiry Research Project | ||
Total Credits | 131-140 |
Students must have a minimum of a 2.00 GPA in their major courses (EAS) and required related credits (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Sciences, Physics, etc.) by the conclusion of their freshman year. Students that fall below a 2.00 GPA will be placed on probation. If a student fails to obtain at least a 2.0 GPA in their major courses and required related credits by the conclusion of their sophomore year they will not be allowed to continue in the program.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Core Components and Credits | ||
Foundations of Discourse | 3 | |
Diversity in the U.S. | 3 | |
Global Citizenship | 3 | |
Foreign Language | 0-9 | |
Fine Arts | 3 | |
Literature | 6 | |
Mathematics | 4 | |
Science | 8 | |
Philosophy | 6 | |
Social Science | 6 | |
Theology | 6 | |
World History | 6 | |
Total Credits | 54-63 |
Roadmaps are recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
Courses and milestones designated as critical (marked with !) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation. Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
This roadmap should not be used in the place of regular academic advising appointments. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester. Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
Year One | ||
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Fall | Credits | |
EAS 1420 | Foundations of Atmospheric Science | 3 |
MATH 1400 | Pre-Calculus | 3 |
A&S Core | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Spring | ||
EAS 2530 | Fundamentals of Climate Systems | 3 |
MATH 1510 | Calculus I | 4 |
CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry 1 | 3 |
A&S Core | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 16 | |
Year Two | ||
Fall | ||
EAS 2110 | Meteorological Analysis | 3 |
EAS 2440 | Atmospheric Processes and Systems | 3 |
MATH 1520 | Calculus II | 4 |
PHYS 1610 & PHYS 1620 |
Engineering Physics I and Engineering Physics I Laboratory |
4 |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 17 | |
Spring | ||
EAS 3330 | Physical Meteorology I | 3 |
MATH 2530 | Calculus III | 4 |
PHYS 1630 & PHYS 1640 |
Engineering Physics II and Engineering Physics II Laboratory |
4 |
CSCI 1060 | Introduction to Computer Science: Scientific Programming | 3 |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 17 | |
Year Three | ||
Fall | ||
EAS 3330 | Physical Meteorology I | 3 |
EAS 4150 | Instrumentation and Remote Sensing | 3 |
MATH 3550 | Differential Equations | 3 |
Meteorology elective | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Spring | ||
EAS 4200 | Synoptic Meteorology I | 3 |
EAS 4440 | Principles of Dynamic Meteorology I | 3 |
Meteorology Elective | 3 | |
Math Elective | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Year Four | ||
Fall | ||
EAS 4220 | Synoptic Meteorology II | 3 |
EAS 4450 | Principles of Dynamic Meteorology II | 3 |
Meteorology elective | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Spring | ||
EAS Capstone Course (choose from below) | 3 | |
Weather Forecasting or Senior Inquiry Research Project |
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Meteorology elective | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
A&S Core | 3 | |
Credits | 15 | |
Total Credits | 125 |