MSc in Wildlife Ecology in San Marcos United States | Texas State University

Texas State University | San Marcos United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 13,992
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Wildlife Ecology is a research-focused program centered on applying ecological concepts to wildlife conservation and natural resource management.
Texas State University's wildlife ecology graduate program maintains strong partnerships with organizations like Texas Parks and Wildlife, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and various NGOs, offering students exposure to cutting-edge research and career prospects. Over the past five decades, wildlife ecology has evolved significantly across Texas and the nation, becoming instrumental in shaping policies regarding land and water utilization, animal populations, and recreational activities. Modern wildlife concerns extend beyond traditional hunting, fishing, and agriculture to include critical matters like energy production, urban expansion, species overpopulation, conservation of threatened species, water resource management, and coastal development—particularly evident in Central Texas. The Wildlife Ecology program is dedicated to addressing these complex challenges.
Alumni of the M.S. program have advanced to doctoral studies or secured positions in diverse fields, working as biologists for government agencies, NGOs, environmental consulting firms, or entering educational roles as high school biology teachers or college instructors.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

baccalaureate degree in biology or related field from a regionally accredited university (leveling courses will be required if the student lacks sufficient background course work)
official transcripts from each institution where course credit was granted
minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
GRE not required
mentor communication (intent to mentor letter) from a Biology Department faculty member
resume/CV
statement of purpose describing professional aspirations and rationale for pursuing graduate study
three letters of recommendation addressing the substance and quality of the student's preparation for graduate study


IELTS (academic) - overall scores required 6.5 and minimum individual module scores of 6.0
TOEFL iBT - overall scores required with a 78 overall and minimum individual module scores of (19 listening, 19 reading, 19 speaking, 18 writing)

Tuition USD 13,992

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