In the MSFNRS program, you’ll address real-world environmental and resource management challenges through advanced coursework, hands-on field experiences, and impactful research. By integrating forestry, ecology, wildlife biology, and watershed science, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to manage natural systems sustainably and lead in conservation and land stewardship.
Choose a path that fits your goals: a research-oriented thesis option (Plan A) or a coursework-based non-thesis option (Plan B). Both options require 30 credit hours, with Plan A students eligible to count six credit hours of research residency towards that total. Applicants from diverse scientific backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
As an MSFNRS student, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, conduct research in diverse forest and natural resource settings, and engage with academic, industry, and community partners. You’ll be prepared to lead in careers spanning forest management, environmental consulting, conservation agencies, education, and research, or to continue your academic journey towards a Ph.D. or other advanced degrees.
