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    Master of Forestry (M.F.)

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    New Haven, USMFIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $111,920.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    15%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    17
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits

    Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MF program based in New Haven, US. Tuition is $111,920 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The two-year MF program focuses on multidisciplinary exposure in biological and social sciences and progressive experience in resource measurement, analysis, management, and policy for sustainable natural resource management. It prepares students for professional careers in forest resource management across urban to rural environments.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Environmental Sciences 2025: 14
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The submission of the GRE, GMAT, or LSAT score is optional at this time.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum score of 100 on the iBT version of the TOEFL
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 on the IELTS examination (minimum of 6.5 in each section)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $15,895.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University is $111,920 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University online or in-person?
    Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University take to complete?
    Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    Is Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University?
    Master of Forestry (M.F.) at Yale University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 15%.