Master of Professional Studies in Fish and Wildlife Biology and Management

Study in this area provides students with advanced preparation in biological concepts of fish and wildlife populations as they relate to resource management. Increasing concern for these wild animal resources has been matched by strong student interest in educational programs that prepare them for careers in the fish and wildlife professions, ESF graduates are employed worldwide. Graduate education is rapidly becoming a universal prerequisite to employment as a professional fisheries or wildlife biologist. A major strength is the diversity of cooperators including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Geological Survey and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Professional Experience Option requires at least 30 credits of graduate coursework, of which 24 must be taken in residence at ESF.

A resume or CV
Transcripts of an earned bachelor's degree from a recognized institution with an academic record showing at least a B average for junior and senior years of the baccalaureate program or for the master's program
A statement of educational and professional goals
TOEFL iBT score of 80 and above
TOEFL paper-based score of 550 and above
IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5 in Writing)