PhD Natural Resources at University of Idaho

Programme overview

Wildfire research, conservation program leadership, wildlife management and policy analysis are just a few of the many paths available to professionals with doctoral-level knowledge and research skills in natural resource sciences. In this program, you will study advanced principles for managing and protecting our land, water, minerals, forests, fish and wildlife. You will gain valuable research experience, with opportunities to engage in projects at our 15 research units.

Career pathways

student, you will customize your plan of study to fit your personal background, research interests and career goals. Related occupations listed for this programme include Conservation Scientists; Range Managers; Park Naturalists; Foresters; Environmental Scientists and Specialists; Environmental Restoration Planners.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's; GPA: 3.0; GRE: No; TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo: 79/6.5/115 (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language); Number of references: Three; Other requirements: Acceptance into this research-based program is contingent upon faculty who agree to serve as primary advisor. You must identify and contact faculty who are researching in the narrow focus area you are interested in pursuing to determine their level of interest in becoming your advisor. Please only contact faculty with research in your primary interest. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable).

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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