Engineering
University of Wyoming, United States
The graduate programs in rangeland ecology and watershed management at UW prepare students for careers in natural resource management, focusing on water, vegetation, forests and wildlife. Students gain hands-on research experience and advanced data analysis skills to tackle sustainability challenges.
Faculty: College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources | Study mode: full-time | Location: Laramie, WY, United States
The master of science (M.S.) in rangeland ecology and watershed management is designed to provide graduate students with the expertise to communicate effectively with the public and clients, alongside the ability to conduct rigorous scientific research.
With an M.S. or Ph.D. in rangeland ecology and watershed management from UW, you can lead research, guide land and water conservation efforts, shape environmental policy or work as a consultant or scientist.
The master’s in ecology and watershed management has different requirements depending on whether you’re pursuing a thesis or non-thesis track. The thesis track requires an oral defense of your thesis. The non-thesis track requires an oral defense of a professional paper. The Ph.D. in ecology and watershed management requires an approved research plan, a written examination and a final oral examination. All credits earned during a master’s degree that you’d like to count toward the Ph.D. must be approved by your graduate advisory committee.
Domestic applicants: USD 7,260 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band (30 credits), Wyoming resident. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source
International applicants: USD 21,340 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band, non-resident or international. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source
Graduate application deadlines vary by programme and are set by the academic department. Graduate admission requires a completed online application, a bachelor's degree or equivalent and a 3.000 cumulative GPA; some programmes require the GRE or GMAT.
The application fee is $40 and non-refundable, paid when the application is submitted through the online application. ACT or SAT scores are not part of the admissions requirements.
Apply through the official page: https://www.uwyo.edu/admissions/apply.html
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