Master's Degree in Forest and Natural Resource Sciences

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A master’s program in forest and natural resource sciences is ideal for individuals passionate about conserving ecosystems and managing natural resources sustainably. Graduates often pursue careers as forest ecologists, conservation scientists, or resource managers, specializing in areas like wildlife management, forest ecology, and environmental policy.

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The Master’s in Forest and Natural Resource Sciences provides advanced, research-based training in the sustainable management, conservation, and restoration of forests and natural ecosystems. Students work closely with faculty on pressing environmental challenges related to global change, biodiversity, water resources, and land use. With the flexibility to specialize in areas such as ecology, silviculture, wildlife management, or forest economics, graduates are prepared for impactful careers in natural resource management, environmental consulting, conservation organizations, government agencies, and further academic research.

Graduate study can be conducted in a variety of disciplines and interdisciplinary topic areas including plant physiology, genetics, forest management, forest soils, economics, invasive species, , wood utilization, wildlife biology and management, conservation biology, forest ecology, silviculture, hydrology, natural resource policy, landscape and spatial ecology, restoration ecology (including mine reclamation), and watershed management.

Please view more information on the Forest and Natural Resource Sciences webpage.

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Resident $825.50
Non-Resident $2,060.50

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Working as a forester on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests has been an amazing experience. I have been actively mitigating spruce beetle damage in subalpine stands for sustainable timber products, fuel reduction, and regenerating a healthy new age class. The skills and education that I received in the undergraduate and graduate forestry programs at the University of Kentucky have granted me the opportunity to refine and expand my love for our nation’s forests.

Rachel L.

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Take away "Term" for Transfers - "Unknown Term"? As well as "Not in High School"
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Possibly remove the "Readmit" option.
Feel like it would be pretty easy to see if the person already exists in our system and has a program enrollment record associated with them, which would shift them from "Freshman" or "Transfer" to "Readmit"
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