Natural resources | Restoration ecology and habitat management option

Applicants for the Master of Natural Resources in restoration ecology and habitat management must meet the following admission requirements:

Program availability

• Concentration: Non-thesis
• Semester intake: Fall, spring or summer
  • Eligible for expedited admission for U of I undergraduates
  • Open to international applicants
  • International students on F-1 or J-1 must complete degree within two years
• Rolling admissions for three terms: spring, summer, and fall
• Priority Deadlines: The MNR program has rolling admissions – priority deadlines are as follows:
  • Summer semester —  April 1
  • Fall semester — April 1
  • Spring semester — Nov. 1
  • View the academic calendar to see start and end dates 

University requirements

• Education level: Bachelor's degree in a similar field 

  • Transcripts for all post-secondary education will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be used for initial admission review. Official transcripts sent by the issuing institution(s) will be required if admitted. View more information on the Graduate Admissions page.

• GPA: 3.0 (Applicants with a lower undergraduate GPA who have relevant professional experience in the field, have already earned a graduate degree, or have completed graduate-level credits may still be considered for admission with approval from the academic program.)
• GRE: Not required
• Letters of recommendation: Three
• Resume  
• Statement of Purpose  
• Valid picture ID (required to verify students’ identity and will be kept confidential)
• English proficiency (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language).  
  • Accepted tests: TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, Duolingo: 115, PTE-A: 58. Learn what qualifies as proof of English proficiency.  
• Application Fee: $50 

Application and admission process

Applications are submitted online and are specific to the program and term selected. Applicants seeking admission to multiple programs must submit a separate application for each program.

Before submitting an application, applicants must provide personal and academic information from all post-secondary institutions attended, recommender information, required program-specific materials, and their intended program and start term.

Applications are reviewed for admission by the academic program. Only complete applications, including required letters of recommendation and payment of the application fee, will be forwarded for evaluation and admission decision. Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete their applications early to allow sufficient time for a thorough review.

International students seeking F-1 or J-1 visas must provide financial documentation demonstrating their ability to cover the cost of attendance. This documentation is required only after admission.  

Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application. 

Have questions about the program, research opportunities or the graduate student experience? Connect with our program team for personalized assistance about curriculum, faculty mentorship and application requirements.

College of Natural Resources Graduate Studies Office: 
cnr-grad-studies@uidaho.edu
208-885-1505

For questions related to admissions, application materials, transcripts or enrollment steps, contact Graduate Admissions: 

Graduate Admissions:  
graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu
208-885-4001

For current active and part-time military service members and their dependents interested in achieving educational goals with the assistance of the Veterans Administration and other military benefits contact:  

Military and Veteran Services:  
veterans@uidaho.edu
208-885-7989

Graduate Admissions contact: graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu; 208-885-4001 

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M.N.R. program costs 

There is no full-time tuition rate for the online M.N.R. program. Instead, all students pay the same flat per-credit rate regardless of residency status, enrollment level or academic term.

Online M.N.R. courses are $684 per credit hour, which includes:

• $649 per-credit tuition
• $35 per credit online course fee 

This rate includes all program tuition and fees for courses within the M.N.R. program.

Students enrolled in the on-campus M.N.R. program pay standard University of Idaho graduate tuition and fees based on residency status, enrollment level and academic term.

Courses taken outside of the M.N.R. curriculum are billed separately at the university’s standard online or in-person tuition rates, depending on the course format.

Estimated annual cost of attendance for the M.N.R. program

*Institutional online program fee charged in lieu of tuition (per-credit rate × full-time credits × 3 semesters: fall, spring, summer).

There is no full-time tuition rate for the online Master of Natural Resources (FEM, REHM, INR and FWSM options. All online students pay the same per-credit tuition, regardless of residency, term or enrollment status. MNR courses are $649 per credit hour for online courses, plus a $35 per credit fee for online courses. Some courses include additional fees.

Gain practical, interdisciplinary perspectives on conservation, policy and land management with the integrated natural resources option for the Master of Natural Resources program. Out-of-state students taking in-person classes pay nonresident tuition and fees.

The Master of Natural Resources in restoration ecology and habitat management is an online 30-credit, non-thesis masters, course-based graduate degree designed to provide graduate level, applied training in restoration ecology science and natural resources management. The curriculum combines core ecology science coursework with flexible electives that encompass a fully online program option or hands-on learning opportunities that allow you to tailor the program to your professional goals.

• View the CNR Graduate Student and Faculty Handbook
• View the online Master of Natural Resources graduate student handbook
• Explore courses in the University Catalog
• Frequently asked questions 

Fast facts:

• 30 course-based semester credits, non-thesis program designed for working professionals
• Students may complete the degree in just three semesters
• Up to 12 applicable credits can be transferred into the program
• Can be completed entirely online or in-person*
• No GRE required
• 3.0 minimum GPA required
• Eligible for federal financial aid
• Apply year-round
• NWCCU accredited

Core coursework includes:

• 14 core credits in  
  • Restoration ecology practicum
    • Wetland restoration
    • Environmental regulations or NEPA
    • Restoration ecology
    • Landscape and habitat dynamics or landscape ecology.  
• One course in tools and technology
• Two courses in ecology and management
• Two courses in policy, planning and society 

Students develop a final comprehensive portfolio demonstrating applied knowledge, professional growth and career-ready skills.  

Link to REHM curriculum.