MS Environmental Dynamics at University of Arkansas

Programme overview

The MS in Environmental Dynamics is designed mainly for PhD students, with terminal master's applicants considered case by case. It offers thesis and non-thesis tracks.

Department: Environmental Dynamics | Duration: 30 credit hours thesis; 36 credit hours non-thesis | Study mode: full-time | Location: Fayetteville, AR, United States

What you will study

The thesis track requires 24 hours of coursework plus 6 hours of thesis research; the non-thesis option requires 36 hours. Required courses are Environmental Dynamics, Quaternary Environments, Global Change and Society and Environment. Electives include GIS Analysis and Modeling and Environmental Isotope Geochemistry.

Career pathways

The program prepares graduates to enter the workforce as leaders in climate change work.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need a BA or BS in a related field and approval of the Administrative Board. Required materials are three recommendations, a statement of purpose, a writing sample and proof of English proficiency if required. GRE scores are not required but strongly encouraged.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer sessions.

Graduate School application deadlines: August 1 for fall, December 1 for spring, April 15 for summer sessions; some departments set earlier deadlines. The application fee is $60 for new applicants; $30 for returning UA graduate students.

Law (JD): priority application deadline April 15, with rolling review after that date; admission is for the full-time program in the fall.

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