Program Description

Students learn to conduct scientific studies to address contemporary problems and increase knowledge in the field of wildlife ecology. The master’s program in wildlife ecology at Texas State University has a long history of cooperation with agencies such as Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and non-governmental organizations, providing students with access to contemporary wildlife research and potential employment opportunities. Graduates of the master of science (M.S.) degree have pursued doctoral degrees or obtained employment in a variety of professions. Examples include employment as biologists with state and federal resource agencies, non-governmental agencies, and environmental consulting firms. Graduates have also pursued careers in education as high school biology teachers or instructors at community colleges.

Admission Requirements

• A GPA of 3.0 is required (plus any completed graduate courses)
• Non-U.S. degrees must be equivalent to a four-year U.S. Bachelor’s degree. In most cases, three-year degrees are not considered.
• GRE not required

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

• Official score reporting required
• Yearly tuition fee is given
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $33,740.