Accepting Applications for 2026 Professional Environmental MS Programs
Professional MS Programs: Applications Open
Now accepting applications for 2026–2027 Environmental Conservation (EC) and Environmental Observation & Informatics (EOI) Professional Masters programs at UW-Madison Wisconsin! Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance in your career, we invite all who are passionate and curious about the environment to explore our one-of-a-kind professional programs. Priority deadline to apply is December 1, 2025.
Why Choose Our Programs?
Accelerated: 15-month, 32-credit curriculum, culminating in a real-life applied project with an ideal organization (non-thesis based). Classes are held in-person on the beautiful UW–Madison Wisconsin campus, but the final semester project can be completed from any location.
Collaborative environment: Learn and grow alongside a diverse, tight-knit community of peers in a cohort-based learning model. A cohort-based learning model promotes better learning outcomes and stronger connections between peers, staff, faculty, and the institute.
Real-life application: In the final semester, students will partner with an organization, applying their conservation skills and knowledge to a real-life project. This is career-building opportunity bridges academic learning with hands-on professional experience.
Affordable top-tier education: Receive top-tier environmental education with fully dedicated support from program staff and faculty, all at a more affordable cost compared to other leading programs. Tuition assistance is available for every student who applies, helping to ease costs and support students in reaching their goals. Learn more about tuition cost and support.
Why should you pursue a professional MS degree?
Our professional MS programs go beyond providing an excellent environmental education, they aim to provide the highest quality training and skills needed to lead and adapt in the growing and ever-changing field of environmental conservation. Our programs are designed to help grow, change, or level up your career, without compromising on academic quality and professional training. Priority deadline to apply is December 1, 2025. Apply or reach out to us today!