Environmental Sciences

Degree Program Program Type Dept Application Materials and Admission Criteria Prerequisite Course Requirements Department ADM Review Dept Conditional Admits Dept Appeal Process
Environmental Sciences MS *Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 3.00
*Completion of a 300-level or higher ecology course with lab, with grade of B or better
*Undergraduate or work background sufficient for advanced course work in environmental studies

*Academic essay of at least 300 words addressing the following:
1. What are the most urgent environmental problems facing your community today?
2. How will a master’s degree in environmental studies help prepare you to address these problems?
3. Which area of environmental specialization appeals most to you?
4. A brief description of your academic background, including life experiences, that contribute to your academic preparation.

*Two informative letters of recommendation from professors (Preferably former professor) or employers addressing applicant's academic ability, work ethic and personal integrity.

*Environmental Natural Sciences Concentration Only Must have identified a faculty member who agrees to serve as research advisor before application will be considered. Applicants to the Environmental Planning and Management or Sustainable Development and Policy concentrations do not need prior approval from a research supervisor in order to apply.

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