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    Forestry (MS)

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    Columbia, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $35,757.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Columbia, US. Tuition is $35,757 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides graduate education in forestry, with specialization in areas such as forest management, forest soils, forest landscape ecology, fire ecology, hydrology, GIS, physiological ecology, policy, silviculture, stand dynamics, water quality, wood quality, and tree-ring analysis. Students conduct research often in collaboration with agencies like the U.S. Forest Service and Missouri Department of Conservation, with both thesis and non-thesis options available.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80 (TOEFL iBT 0-120 scale)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 (IELTS Academic)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US) with possible 24-month STEM OPT extension if the degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List.

    $19,392.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is $35,757 across 30 required credits.
    Is Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia online or in-person?
    Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia take to complete?
    Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 in last 60 hours
    Is Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Forestry (MS) at University of Missouri-Columbia is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.