OpenFieldMaster of Science in Applied Ecology and Conservation Biology
Field-based graduate degree investigating Appalachian montane biodiversity, freshwater trout stream restoration, wildlife population genetics, and invasive species management.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BS in Biology, Wildlife, Environmental Science, or Ecology with minimum 3.0 GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE recommended for assistantship consideration
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of research interests identifying prospective faculty advisor
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation from science professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate research and teaching assistantships providing full tuition waiver and $11,000 annual stipend
- Application fee
- $45 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $485 per credit hour (Maryland in-state) / $615 (out-of-state)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027 (Fall Priority)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Frostburg State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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