OpenFieldMaster of Science in Natural Resources Management (Forestry & Wildfire Ecology)
Hands-on graduate degree conducting field research in post-wildfire forest regeneration, GIS watershed modeling, and Southwestern montane forest ecology.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- B.S. in Forestry, Environmental Science, or Biology with min. 3.0 GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 79 for international students
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of research interests aligned with faculty lab
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic/professional recommendation letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate research assistantships offering full tuition waivers and $14,000 annual stipends
- Application fee
- $25 (Very affordable)
- Tuition / joining costs
- $5,100/year (In-state) / $10,800/year (Out-of-state)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official New Mexico Highlands University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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