Major: Environmental Science

Charles E. Schmidt College of Science

Degree: Master of Science (M.S.)

Research Areas: Aquatic Animals, Aquatic Systems, Wetland Ecosystem Restoration, Invasive Species in Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystems, and Ecological Modeling.

Important information about applying to Graduate School:

  • Official Transcripts: Official Transcripts and/or Official Foreign Credential Evaluations must
    be received from each college or university attended. For more information on how to send
    transcripts, please visit our website: danieldaverne.com/graduate/apply
  • Supporting documentation: Supplemental documents should be uploaded as separate files as part of the online graduate application. NOTE: You will not be able to submit your application until all the supplemental materials are uploaded.
  • Conduct: A “yes” answer to either of the conduct questions on the online application will require a written explanation. Additional information may be requested when your application is under review. Applications will not be fully processed until all conduct issues are cleared.
  • Application status: Once your application has been submitted, you can check your application status online to ensure transcripts and test scores have been received.
  • Residency classification: Your residency classification automatically defaults to non-Florida. After you are admitted, the residency officer will request additional documents by email if needed.
 

Admission Requirements

Domestic Students

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
• Two (2) letters of recommendation
• Statement of personal objectives in essay form
• Letter of support from a prospective primary advisor who is a member of the Environmental Science Program faculty

International Students

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
• Two (2) letters of recommendation
• Statement of personal objectives in essay form
• A general evaluation of international transcripts is required; FAU will do the evaluation or it must be done by a NACES member
• TOEFL score of 548 (PBT) or 79 (IBT); IELTS 6.0; Duolingo 110
• Letter of support from a prospective primary advisor who is a member of the Environmental Science Program faculty

GRADUATE PROGRAMS APPLY NOW REQUEST INFORMATION INVEST IN GRAD EDUCATION
 

Contact/Information

Cynthia Berman-Gruen
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Davie West, DW-BC90, Room 428
Davie Campus Map

(T) 954.236.1267
(E) envirosci@danieldaverne.com
(W) science.danieldaverne.com/envirosci/

Application Deadlines

Domestic Students
Fall: January 15
Spring: October 1
No Summer acceptance

International Students
Fall: January 15
Spring: October 1
No Summer acceptance