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The Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology provides advanced degree programs in Wildlife Ecology, offering both Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy options. Renowned for its research excellence, the department boasts a global network of successful alumni. Established by Aldo Leopold in 1939, the Wildlife Ecology program continues to uphold his pioneering vision through cutting-edge research and graduate education.
Graduate studies in wildlife ecology concentrate on specialized fields aligned with faculty expertise, encompassing diverse areas such as animal behavior studies, ecosystem interactions, population studies, wildlife health, habitat relationships, conservation genetics, human-wildlife relations, environmental modeling, climate impacts, species conservation, ecological toxicology, and conflict resolution.
International applicants must have a degree comparable to a regionally accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree.
English Language Requirement
Minimum TOEFL requirement: 92 internet (iBT); 580 paper-based test (PBT)
Minimum IELTS requirement: 7.0