About the course

The Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation at Virginia Tech is one of the top programs in the science and management of natural resources in the United States. Graduate training in our department offers a unique opportunity to explore diverse natural resource issues from multiple disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives. From the foundational science that underpins our understanding of the world, to its application for multiple management objectives, we seek to discover new knowledge and technology to address societal challenges from local to global scales. The M.F. is a non-thesis, professional degree designed primarily for those seeking career advancement. Minimum residency requirement is two semesters. Candidates must prepare a paper for which credit will be earned towards completion of the degree. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2021	Blacksburg
Spring (January), 2024	Blacksburg
Fall (August), 2024	Blacksburg
Fall (September), 2024	Blacksburg
Spring (January), 2025	Blacksburg
Fall (September), 2025	Blacksburg
Spring (January), 2026	Blacksburg

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Virginia Tech

Minimum GPA-3

　　Students are strongly encouraged to apply online.

　　This streamlines the application process and reduces processing time.

　　Students are encouraged to contact faculty in their research interest area prior to application.

　　The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) General Test is required for all applicants to the Department of Forest Resources and Environmental

　　Conservation. Also required is a passing grade on a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) for applicants who did not receive their bachelor’s

　　degree from an American, Canadian, or British university and whose first language is not English.

　　Test scores should be sent to the Graduate School. Scanned transcripts will be required during the online application process, however,

　　please do not mail official transcripts until you have received an offer of admission from Virginia Tech.

　　For admission in Fall 2019, we expect a minimum TOEFL score of 90 (IBT) or IELTS score of 6.5 for admission. Further, TOEFL scores of 20 or greater in Listening, Writing, Speaking, and Reading subsections are required. Some departments may require higher minimum scores.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Virginia Tech. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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