Natural resources | Fire ecology and management option
Master of Natural Resources
Blaze a new trail
The Master of Natural Resources (M.N.R.) is an interdisciplinary course-based graduate program designed for current and aspiring professionals who wish to enhance their educational credentials for a career in natural resources. The fundamental objective of the M.N.R. graduate program is to integrate and scale various perspectives — ecology; planning, policy and society; and tools and technology — into a systems view of natural resources. This unique professional degree is accessible to students of diverse academic backgrounds and will help graduates develop credentials and skills for the effective management of natural resources. The degree program can be completed entirely online or through a combination of online and on-campus courses. The M.N.R. program can be combined with the certificate program specializing in fire science.
The fire ecology and management option provides depth to address wildfire management challenges facing society. Completing this option will help students advance their professional careers in wildland fire management, fuels management and restoration by advancing knowledge of fire science, ecology, fire-related policy and social issues, and the latest tools and technology. The option also reinforces fundamentals in applied ecology, natural resources management, communications and other career-advancing knowledge and skills.
Overview
Fuel your future
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are a natural resources professional who wants to advance into a management or administrative role
- Want to begin a new career dealing with environmental issues
- Want to earn your degree while you continue working
- Want to earn a degree at your own pace
- Work well independently
- Have strong communication, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Career outcomes
Current job openings
170 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Supervisors of Firefighting Workers
$77,963 - Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers
$78,889 - Fire Inspectors and Investigators
$65,692 - Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
$46,652
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, be sure to complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead — estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
Learn from and collaborate with internationally acclaimed fire science professors on your own schedule.
Professional organizations
Graduates of this program are qualified to become a Certified Wildland Fire Ecologist through the Association for Fire Ecology.
Application information
Applicants for the M.N.R. in natural resources, fire ecology and management must meet the following admission requirements:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
- Number of references: 2
- Other requirements: No
Fall, Spring admission is available for this program at the Moscow campus or online.
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.