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MS Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Rice University

Rice University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology is a thesis master's degree combining coursework, teaching experience and an original research project. Graduates critically evaluate research in the field, develop research questions, apply a range of research methods and communicate through publications, grant proposals and a thesis.

Faculty: Wiess School of Natural Sciences  |  Department: BioSciences  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

Core courses are Ecology, Evolution, Core Course in EEB, EEB graduate seminar, EEB Outreach Development and two semesters of Graduate Teaching in EEB, with at least 10 credits of EEB graduate research and at least two topics courses. The degree ends with a thesis and public defense.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for graduate study in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Program must have: BA or BS degree or equivalent that provides a strong background in biology Strong ability and motivation, as indicated by academic record and recommendations Scores from the GRE biology subject exam are optional but can be helpful, particularly for students with nontraditional backgrounds in biology These requirements do not preclude admission of qualified applicants who have majored in areas other than biology. Although the program offers MS degrees, only on rare occasions are students who do not intend to pursue the PhD admitted to the graduate program. For general university requirements, see Graduate Degrees.

Fall 2027 entry; most doctoral programmes close December 1, 2026; professional master's programmes such as MCS, MDS, MME and MChE use rolling or later deadlines (May 1 international, July 1 domestic).

Master's application fee is $85. Mechanical Engineering MME and Chemical Engineering MChE close May 1 (international) and July 1 (domestic) for Fall; Computer Science MCS/MDS close between February 10, 2027 (scholarship consideration) and July 1, 2027.

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