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Master of Science in Forest Ecosystems and Society

Ranked among the top 3 forestry programs in the world, investigating old-growth forest dynamics, wildfire behavior, mass timber sustainability, carbon sequestration, and forest biodiversity.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.0 undergraduate GPA in ecology, natural resources, or forestry
English language proficiency: TOEFL 88+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Research statement of purpose
Recommendation letters: Three academic references

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

Financial support / stipend: College of Forestry Graduate Fellowships up to $28,000/year plus tuition remission
Application fee: $85
Tuition / joining costs: Covered by assistantship

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Oregon State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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