ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION
Admissions
QUALIFICATIONS
The admissions policy reflects current standards established by the Graduate School, including the prerequisite bachelor’s degree and a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Official undergraduate transcripts from all colleges attended must be provided. A current resume is required.
Prospective students should have taken an introductory course in ecology or related field or have the consent of the Program Director. All students must meet the prerequisites specified in each course or receive special permission from the course instructor.
It is strongly recommended that students have had:
An introductory course in Ecology is recommended.
REQUIREMENTS
Each student must complete the online graduate admission application and submit one copy of an official transcript from all previous institutions to the SPOC office. A copy of a current resume is also required. GRE scores are not required.
Please Note:
Students submitting hard copy supporting documents (i.e. transcripts, resumes, recommendations, essays, etc.) should mail them to SPOC. We recommend that documents should be sent as a single package.
FOREIGN APPLICANTS
Applicants with foreign credentials must submit academic records in the original language with literal English translations. Allow at least three months for evaluation. TOEFL scores are also required for all international applicants.
For information on additional documentation required by International Education Services, click here.
GPA MINIMUM
Students accepted to the program must maintain a 3.0 GPA overall to remain in the program.
TUITION
Special offer for UM Alumni who are Members of the Alumni Association! Enjoy a 5% tuition reduction on courses in the Professional Studies Masters or Certificate Programs. To receive this special offer, please complete the Alumni Tuition Application. Not a member? Join today!
OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
Official Transcripts should be sent to SPOC.
REGISTRATION
Registration information will be sent upon acceptance into the program.
University of Maryland College Park
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
Office of Professional Studies
1130 Mitchell Building, First Floor
College Park,
Maryland 20742-3210
Phone/Fax Numbers:
Email: spoc@umd.edu
Phone: 301-314-3572
Toll-free: 1-877-989-7762
Fax: 301-314-7915
