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Masters of Science (M.S.)

Admission requirements, course & credit requirements, research, thesis and examination information for the M.S. degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Science

Admission Requirements

The minimum admissions requirements established by Penn State University's Graduate School and the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management.

Course and Credit Requirements

The course and credit requirements stipulated by the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, in conjunction with the Graduate School of Penn State University.

Research

M.S. Thesis Research information.

Advisory Committee

M.S. Advisory Committee appointment, membership, and responsibilities information.

Examination
Final Oral Examination

M.S. Final Oral Examination (Thesis Defense) information.

Major and Minor
MS WFS Checklist.pdf

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Summary of Graduate Coursework for M.S. Degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Science.pdf

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Summary of Graduate Coursework for M.S. Degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Science.pdf

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Summary of Graduate Coursework for M.S. Degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Science.pdf

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