The environmental and natural resource fields are evolving rapidly, requiring professionals who can adapt, collaborate, and apply interdisciplinary knowledge to complex challenges. The online M.S. in Environment, Natural Resources & Society (ENRS) at the University of Wyoming prepares graduates to become innovative leaders in conservation, sustainability, resource management, and policy.
Designed especially for working professionals and career changers, this flexible program allows you to advance your expertise while balancing other commitments. The online M.S. in ENRS is a professional, coursework-only degree, not requiring a thesis. Instead, the program emphasizes applied learning and skill development that can be immediately translated to your work.
What You Will Learn
- Analyze complex environmental systems to inform sustainable decision-making.
- Engage with real-world stakeholders and environmental issues.
- Develop expertise in conservation, policy, and resource management.
- Strengthen written, oral, and digital communication skills for diverse audiences.
- Apply interdisciplinary knowledge to environmental and natural resource issues.
- Demonstrate effective collaboration & leadership in team-based and stakeholder engagement contexts.
- Develop a flexible, adaptable, and transferable professional skill set.
- Apply systems thinking, critical analysis, and research skills to environmental and natural resource problems.
Program Highlights
Fully Online and Asynchronous
Complete coursework from anywhere, on your own time—ideal for balancing school with work and life.
Applied Learning
Focus on real-world projects instead of a traditional thesis.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Gain expertise across ecology, policy, conservation, and more.
Collaborative Experience
Engage with faculty, industry professionals, and peers to solve pressing environmental challenges.
Career-Focused
Build marketable skills to thrive in a wide range of environmental fields.
Program Details
- Core courses: 12 credit hours. Foundations in environmental and natural resource studies, collaboration, and applied problem-solving
- Electives: 18 credit hours. Tailor your coursework to your career goals with classes in collaborative practice, law and policy, global issues, and more.
- Capstone: No traditional thesis. Apply your learning by completing a capstone project that addresses a real-world environmental or natural resource issue.
Careers in Environment & Natural Resources
The demand for environmental professionals is growing across nonprofits, government agencies, private industry, and research organizations. With an MS ENRS, you could:
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Manage public lands, parks, and wilderness areas.
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Advocate for environmental protections at local, state, and national levels.
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Engage communities in conservation efforts and sustainability initiatives.
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Communicate scientific research to policymakers and the public.
Potential Job Titles
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Natural Resources Policy Consultant
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Urban & Regional Planner
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Conservation Manager
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Environmental Educator
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Stewardship Coordinator
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Research Scientist
Top Employers
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Bureau of Land Management
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National Geographic
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The Wilderness Society
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Colorado Parks & Wildlife
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Teton Science Schools
(Real job titles and employers of Haub School alumni)
Admission Requirements
Please submit the following:
- Official transcripts
- Statement of Purpose (see prompt below)
- Resume or CV
- Work sample (A singular work or excerpt of 10-15 pages, excluding bibliography or appendices, written in English)
Statement of Purpose (1000 words) that addresses the following:
- Objectives – Describe your academic and professional goals and how this program aligns with your career trajectory.
- Experience – Summarize your educational background, professional experience, and any relevant projects, research, or applied work.
- Program Interest – Explain your interest in this online graduate program and how it supports your development. If applicable, identify specific topics or areas of study you wish to explore.
- Other (Optional) – Applicants may also include any additional information that provides context for the application, including non-traditional, practice-based, or other learning pathways that demonstrate readiness for graduate study.
International applicants must satisfy specific admissions requirements. See UW Admissions and the International Students and Scholars office for more information.
Get Started Today
The M.S. in Environment, Natural Resources & Society at the University of Wyoming prepares you for a meaningful career—on your terms.
Preferred application deadline August 10th
Fall semester begins August 25th
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Apply Now to take the next step toward becoming a leader in environmental and natural resource fields.
Have Questions About the Haub School? Contact us at haub.school@uwyo.edu or (307) 766-5080.
