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Master of Science in Environmental Science and Ecology

State University of New York College at Brockport

USA,New York

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 13,570/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1835

Total Students: 8,287 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

350 New Campus Drive Brockport, NY 14420

Overview
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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Environmental Science and Ecology

Program Overview

Environmental problems are among the most urgent issues facing our civilization. In order to manage Earth's environment well, we must understand the processes that shape its surface; control its air, water and soil chemistry; and produce the biological and other resources upon which humans depend. We must also understand the interactions of animals, plants, and other living organisms with their physical and chemical environments.

The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Ecology is a demanding, thesis-based experience. The curriculum is designed to challenge students to think critically, independently, and creatively, while providing the intellectual depth and breadth necessary to support the research formally developed in the thesis proposal. The curriculum, with a common core and an individual course of study, allows graduate candidates to develop the conceptual knowledge and technical skills necessary to understand and solve environmental problems in ecology, chemistry, and the earth sciences. The fields of study encompassed by the program include:

"Green" and water chemistry
Watershed analysis
Limnology
Fisheries and wildlife science and management
Conservation biology
Wetland ecology
Ecosystem ecology and global change
Aquaculture

Graduates in environmental science and biology have been very successful in gaining admission to doctoral programs or finding professional employment in their chosen field.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Explain advanced environmental science topics and policies, biological processes, and ecological principles.
Design and execute an original research study involving data collection.
Summarize, analyze, and interpret scientific data, using relevant quantitative skills and applying major environmental concepts.
Summarize, organize, and communicate scientific data and analyses in oral/or written formats.
Employ decision-making and problem-solving skills, such as evaluating competing explanations or applying scientific knowledge to environmental problems.
Develop professional skills necessary to succeed in the environmental science and ecology fields.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 13,570 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in State University of New York College at Brockport

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, student must have a Bachelor's degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 85.00 %

Additional Information

Career

Many of our students go on to doctoral study. Others conduct research in national research laboratories, field stations, as well as institutes and corporations in the private sector. Graduates of the program work in federal, state and local government agencies that are charged with managing natural resources. They also work in the private sector in a variety of industries and consulting firms.

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Empire Scholarship Green Scholarship Gold Scholarship Honors/Prometheus Award International Transfer Award	Empire Scholarship Criteria: All admitted first-year international students who pay out-of-state tuition. Green Scholarship Criteria: All admitted first-year international students; can be combined with the Empire Scholarship. Gold Scholarship Criteria: High-achieving first-year international applicants; can be combined with the Empire Scholarship. Honors/Prometheus Award Criteria: Students accepted into the Honors College; separate application required; Fall start only; stackable with Empire Scholarship. International Transfer Award Criteria: Transfer students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and a minimum of 24 completed college credits. Note: No campus residency requirement. LINK: https://www.brockport.edu/scholarships-aid/international-scholarships/	Empire Scholarship Amount: $5,000 per year, renewable for 4 years. Green Scholarship Amount: $2,500 per year, renewable for 4 years. Gold Scholarship Amount: $4,500 per year, renewable for 4 years. Honors/Prometheus Award Amount: $6,000 per year, renewable for 4 years, plus campus parking pass. International Transfer Award Amount: $3,000 per year, renewable for up to 2 years with a 3.0 institutional GPA.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.