
College of Environmental Design
We design the future.

Our Philosophy
A True Polytechnic Experience
The College of Environmental Design (ENV) connects people, places and the environments in which we live, work and play. A leader in design excellence, our programs use the rich creative economy and cultural capital of Southern California — and its geographical advantage as a global gateway for trade and ideas — to educate and train future designers to shape the future of the built and natural environments with resiliency, inclusivity and justice. ENV offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in architecture, landscape architecture, urban and regional planning; undergraduate degrees visual communication design and art history; and a graduate degree in regenerative studies. The college also manages the University's two professional galleries, the W. Keith & Janet Kellogg University Art Gallery and the Don B. Huntley Gallery; the Neutra VDL House, designated a National Historic Landmark; and the ENV Archives-Special Collections.
Rankings
#1
Polytechnic University for Diversity & Economic Mobility
The Wall Street Journal, 2025; CollegeNET, 2024; Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2024
#2
Top Public College in the West
U.S. News & World Report, 2025
#21
Best Colleges in America
Wall Street Journal, 2025
80%
Identify as students of color
50%
First-generation students
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International Study Programs
Academic Programs
Our Broncos in Action
Success StoriesStudent Support
Resources Available to Students
ENV has three professional student advisors, a dedicated therapist for ENV students, a designated ENV librarian, a professional Career Specialist and Career Center Liaison, and hosts wellness and resource fairs throughout the semester to ensure our students have access to the assistance they need.
