Master of Science [M.S] Interdisciplinary Ecology
Environmental problems are fundamentally human problems and should be understood in terms of human motivations and actions in a biophysical context. Their solution requires holistic thinking about dynamic ecological systems and the social, economic, and political forces driving human action. To this end, the goal of the Interdisciplinary Ecology graduate program is to provide advanced training in ecosystems thinking and the main theories and methodologies of the biophysical and social sciences to foster integrative approaches to complex real-world problems. Interdisciplinary Ecology students are intensely interested in the sustainability problem, and they welcome the challenge of addressing it through more than one traditional discipline.The degree programs combine 1) course work in the science of ecology and additional natural and social sciences; and 2) competence in a recognized discipline in one of these fields of study. The former is achieved with a core-course and distribution requirement and the latter by extra course work for the master?s and a concentration for the doctoral degree. A thesis or dissertation provides first-hand experience creating scientific knowledge. The non-thesis master?s option provides rapid, advanced preparation for the job market in 3 to 4 semesters, without research experience. Course requirements are 36 semester hours for the thesis option, 38 hours for the non-thesis option, and 60 hours beyond the master?s degree for the doctoral degree
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $30138 | $30138 |
| Books and supply | $816 | $816 |
| Total Fees | $30954 | $30954 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 308 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a recognized baccalaureate, graduate, or professional degree from a regionally accredited US institution or a comparable degree from an international institution.
- For applicants with a bachelor’s degree only, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0) is required.
- Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL to get admission to this program.
- Submission of GRE scores is required.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Completed a master’s degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.