OpenFieldAssociate of Science in Outdoor Education and Backcountry Wilderness Leadership
Two-year wilderness leadership program providing Wilderness First Responder (WFR), Leave No Trace Master Educator, alpine mountaineering, and swiftwater rescue certifications.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Physical readiness medical clearance and high school transcript.
- Recommendation letters
- Not required.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Wilderness Education Association (WEA) grant subsidies up to $1,800
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- $2,640 (in-district) / $9,900 (non-resident) per year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- August 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Colorado Mountain College - Leadville Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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