Rocky Mountain Wilderness Ecology Field Practicum

Ten-week summer ecological field research internship in Glacier National Park and the Helena National Forest studying native carnivores and alpine watershed quality.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Minimum 3.2 GPA in biology or environmental science
English language proficiency: English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Resume and 2-page essay on ecological field research interests
Recommendation letters: Two faculty recommendation letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $4,500 summer research stipend plus backcountry field accommodations
Application fee: $0 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Supported by National Science Foundation REU grant

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Carroll College (Montana) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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