Colorado Plateau National Parks Eco-Monitoring Fellowship

Field research fellowship conducting ecological monitoring of biological soil crusts, riparian corridor recovery in Zion canyon, and wildfire fuel loads in Dixie National Forest.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled student in environmental science, geology, or biology with 3.2+ GPA
English language proficiency: TOEFL 71+
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Field ecology project proposal
Recommendation letters: One environmental faculty letter

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

Financial support / stipend: $4,000 summer research stipend, park backcountry camping passes, and drone sensor allowance
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: Provided by SUU Center for Outdoor Education and Research

Dates and verification

Application deadline: May 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

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

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