Master of Science in Environmental Studies - Environmental Planning & Ecology

Academic Overview & Description

Interdisciplinary master's combining environmental policy analysis, GIS spatial mapping, and field research at the Illinois River Emiquon floodplain restoration site.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Emiquon Field Station Research Assistantships up to $10,000

Tuition Rate

$10,800/year (resident) / $21,600/year (non-resident)

Application Fee

$60

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

Undergraduate degree in natural or social sciences with GPA 3.0+

English Language

TOEFL 79+

Standardized Exam

Not required

Application Materials

Statement of environmental interests

Letters of Recommendation

Two academic recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of Illinois Springfield's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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