Bachelor of Science - Meteorology

The Bachelor of Science in Meteorology in the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering prepares students for successful and impactful careers in the diverse fields of weather science, forecasting and atmospheric conservation, and for advanced degrees in pursuit of researcher or educator positions. The University offers the only Bachelor of Science Meteorology and Broadcast Meteorology program in San Antonio and throughout South Texas.

An understanding of weather and our atmosphere is critical to nearly every industry and to every person, and how students plan their futures. From aerospace to land and business development to transportation and trade, an enormous array of enterprises depend on meteorologists to provide the forecasts, climate analysis and air quality information they need to operate and grow.

Meteorologists provide greater insight into weather and the atmosphere, as well as humans’ impact on our natural world. A student graduating from the meteorology program may find employment with the National Weather Service as an applied or operational meteorologist. The military may provide opportunities with forecasting centers that include flight and airborne operations, ground support for the Army, and Naval meteorology. Government, industry, and private research groups may also provide entry level positions for meteorologists.

There are several private-sector companies that provide weather service to ocean shipping firms and port operators, electric and gas utilities, farmers, ranchers and highway departments. Employment with research laboratories includes studies in global climate change including remote sensing and GIS applications.