COA Campuses

College of the Atlantic, located in Bar Harbor, Maine, offers a unique interdisciplinary curriculum focused on human ecology. This campus is the primary and only location of the college, where students engage in a holistic educational experience that integrates environmental, social, and cultural studies. The college emphasizes hands-on learning, sustainability, and community engagement, preparing students to address complex global challenges.

• Human Ecology: The core program, allowing students to design their own major by integrating disciplines such as biology, anthropology, and policy to explore human-environment relationships.
• Environmental Science: Focused on ecology, conservation, and climate change, with access to nearby Acadia National Park for field research.
• Marine Studies: Courses in marine biology and oceanography, leveraging the campus's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean for hands-on learning.
• Sustainable Design and Arts: Programs in visual arts, writing, and design with an emphasis on sustainability and social impact.
• Social and Cultural Studies: Exploration of anthropology, philosophy, and history to understand human societies and their environmental interactions.

Students at this campus benefit from small class sizes, close faculty mentorship, and a commitment to experiential learning. The curriculum encourages fieldwork, internships, and independent projects, often conducted in the natural landscapes surrounding the campus. With a focus on solving real-world problems, graduates are equipped for careers in environmental policy, education, conservation, and more. The campus also hosts various workshops and events to foster a tight-knit, collaborative community dedicated to making a positive impact on the world.