Natural Resources with Forestry Emphasis, Doctor of Philosophy
Doctoral | On Campus
*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
Admission criteria
| Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
| Fall | May 15 |
| Spring | October 15 |
| Summer | March 15 |
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
- Particular attention is given to the record of the last 2 years of undergraduate study, and/or the type and quality of professional experience since completion of the undergraduate degree. Doctoral candidates must demonstrate a higher level of achievement in each of these criteria.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required application materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Forestry Program
All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.
- 3 letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to evaluate scholarly capacity and professional qualities
- Statement of purpose (an explanation/essay of your academic and career background and goals)
- Résumé
- Sample publication (optional)
Applicants should contact specific faculty to determine the availability potential advisors, available position(s) in the potential advisor’s lab and of available research assistantships prior to applying.
Neil Fox
Director of Graduate Study
phone 573-882-2144
place 332 ABNR Building
email foxn@missouri.edu
Michael Stambaugh
Departmental Contact
phone (573) 882-8841
place 203L ABNR Bldg
email stambaughm@missouri.edu
Natural Resources with Forestry Emphasis, Master of Science
Master's | On Campus
*This program is eligible for the STEM OPT Extension.
Admission criteria
| Entrance Term | Application Deadline |
| Fall | May 15 |
| Spring | October 15 |
| Summer | March 15 |
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 in last 60 hours
- Particular attention is given to the record of the last 2 years of undergraduate study, and/or the type and quality of professional experience since completion of the undergraduate degree. Doctoral candidates must demonstrate a higher level of achievement in each of these criteria.
Minimum Language Requirements
Click here to view the minimum English language proficiency test scores
Required Application Materials
For the Graduate School
- Completed Graduate School online application
- Unofficial Transcripts- As part of the application submission process, all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all post-secondary transcripts to the online application. Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program.
- Official Results of English Proficiency Exams (International applicants only)
For the Forestry Program
All application materials must be submitted to the Graduate School online application system.
- 3 letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to evaluate scholarly capacity and professional qualities
- Statement of purpose (an explanation/essay of your academic and career background and goals)
- Résumé
- Sample publication (optional)
Applicants should contact specific faculty to determine the availability potential advisors, available position(s) in the potential advisor’s lab and of available research assistantships prior to applying.
Neil Fox
Director of Graduate Study
phone 573-882-2144
place 332 ABNR Building
email foxn@missouri.edu
Michael Stambaugh
Departmental Contact
phone (573) 882-8841
place 203L ABNR Bldg
email stambaughm@missouri.edu