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Wildlife Biology - MS

Graduate Program Application Information

Program Website - http://life.umt.edu/grad/name/wildlifebiology

Degree/Major - MS/Wildlife Biology

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

Fall - Priority will be given to complete application packets postmarked by January 15. Complete application packets received after this date will be considered on a space available basis.
Spring - Complete application packets received for spring semesters will be considered on a space available basis. (Historically, approximately 95% of accepted graduate students have applied by the January 15th deadline for fall semester admission).

Assistantship(s):

Test Requirements:

Greater than 50th percentile in each GRE-verbal, quantitative, analytical is recommended.
GRE scores with a test date that is within the past five years OR verifiable GRE scores if the test date is over five years.
The TOEFL or IELTS are required of international applicants. The GRE is required of international applicants.
All official test scores must be sent to the UM Graduate School.
Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
Three (3) letters of recommendation – letters can also be submitted through the on-line application process. (We prefer electronic submission through the Admission Application. If electronic method is used there is no need to send paper copies to the department.)
Statement of purpose (1-2 pages) of your background and goals.
Resume – if your resume is submitted with your on-line application, please do not send an additional copy with your other materials.
A summary sheet (available at wildlife biology website) of courses taken.
Additional Application Materials must be mailed directly to the department (address below):

Wildlife Biology Program
The University of Montana
Forestry Building, Room 311C
32 Campus Drive #0596
Missoula, MT 59812-0596
Updated 9/12