Master of Science in Conservation Biology

Academic Overview & Description

Hands-on graduate field program utilizing Alabama's biodiverse river networks for endangered freshwater mussel restoration, wetland ecology, herpetological surveys, and wildlife habitat management.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Black Belt Environmental Assistantships covering tuition plus $14,000 stipend

Tuition Rate

Covered by assistantship

Application Fee

$30

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

Undergraduate degree in biology, ecology, or related science with 3.0+ GPA

English Language

TOEFL 79+ or IELTS 6.5

Standardized Exam

GRE optional

Application Materials

Conservation research proposal

Letters of Recommendation

Two academic recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult The University of West Alabama's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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