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Journalism - Environmental Science and Natural Resource MA

Graduate Program Application Information

Graduate Program - Environmental Science and Natural Resource Journalism

Program Website - http://www.jour.umt.edu/

NOTE - BEFORE APPLYING, IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT APPLICANTS REVIEW THE Admission Section OF THIS SITE FOR SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS.

Degree/Major/Option - MA/Environmental Science and Natural Resource Journalism

Admission Semester(s) and Application Deadline(s):

  • Fall - Priority will be given to complete application packets postmarked by February 15. Complete application packets received after this date will be considered on a space available basis. Students admitted to the Master's program may begin only in the fall semester.

Assistantship(s):

  • Check with the program for availability and deadlines for applying

Test Requirements:

  • GRE scores
  • The TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB exam may substitute for the GRE under the following conditions: TOEFL scores must be at least 600 (paper-based exam), at least 250 (computer-based exam) or at least 100 (internet-based exam); IELTS score of at least 7.0; or MELAB score of at least 82
  • All official test scores must be sent to the UM Graduate School

The following "additional application materials" must be mailed directly to the department (address at the bottom of the page):

  • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation (can also be submitted online) We prefer electronic submission through the Admission Application. If electronic method is used there is no need to send paper copies to the department.
  • Resume (can also be submitted online)
  • Statement of interest
  • Five samples of the applicant's professional or academic writing
  • Applicants with a background in broadcast, photo or multimedia journalism may submit samples of such work in addition to writing samples
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