A major in meteorology-climatology opens the door to your future career in the exciting and ever-changing world of weather and climate. This major is comprehensive, but flexible so that you can pursue you own interests within the broad field of atmospheric sciences, while meeting the federal government requirements for employment as a meteorologist.

You will build a solid foundation in meteorology-climatology with core courses that combine basic atmospheric science with training in mathematics, computer science and physics. You will apply this knowledge as you learn analytical problem-solving and forecasting techniques, methods for atmospheric measurements and how the atmosphere interacts with other components of the earth system. Choose from elective courses in:

Severe Storms
Air Pollution
Tropical Meteorology
Global Climate Change
Remote Sensing of the Atmosphere

With a major in meteorology-climatology you will be prepared for employment with federal agencies such as the National Weather Service, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, National Park Service and military. You can also work in private weather consulting; broadcast meteorology; and the agriculture, education and energy sectors. Here are examples of recent graduates' employment:

Broadcast Journalism Intern / FLOOD COMMUNICATIONS / NEWS CHANNEL NEBRASKA
Coding Specialist / NATIONAL RESEARCH CORPORATION
Extension Educator / UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN
Meteorologist Intern / NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Meteorologist / NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ROADS
Photo Journalist / CHANNEL 8 EYEWITNESS NEWS
Pilot / UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Research Associate / HIGH PLAINS REGIONAL CLIMATE CENTER
Underwriting Assistant / NATIONAL INDEMNITY
Weekend Meteorologist / Reporter / KNOP-TV