Academic Catalog 2025-2026 Edition

Environmental Studies (M.A.)

Program Admission Requirements

The Program Has One Application Deadline Per Year: February 15.

  • Submit an FGCU Graduate Admissions Application and satisfy all applicable university admissions requirements.
  • Earned baccalaureate degree from an institution that maintains accreditation by a U.S. Department of Education sanctioned accrediting body (https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation) or equivalent foreign institution.
  • A cover letter of introduction including a statement of academic and career goals and interests.
  • Official copies of undergraduate transcripts and scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test (GRE subject exam is not required). Interquartile scores on the GRE for students previously admitted to the program are available at the bottom of the MA home page
  • International students must demonstrate English language proficiency in accordance with University regulation.
  • A minimum grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale) for the last 60 semester hours of upper division undergraduate coursework. GPA from previous graduate coursework (if any) may also be taken into consideration.
  • At least three letters of recommendation from people familiar with the applicant's academic and research potential and/or professional experience.
  • Completion of the following:
    • One course in General Biology lab
    • One environmental science course (e.g., Environmental Chemistry or Geology)
    • One course in Environmental Policy or related professional experience

Program Progression and Additional Graduation Requirements

  • A cumulative GPA of 3.0 must be maintained for all coursework in the degree program.
  • Submit an application for graduation by the deadline listed in the FGCU Academic Calendar.
  • A maximum of 9 credits of course work, for courses equivalent to listed requirements or electives, may be transferred from other institutions or from pre-degree enrollment at FGCU. These are subject to approval of the Degree Program Coordinator.
  • Earn more than 50% of the credits toward the degree through FGCU.
  • Earn a minimum of 36 credits.
  • Students must register for a minimum of one credit during the semester in which they apply for graduation.