The University of Idaho fellows in Environmental Education and Science Communication earn a Master of Natural Resources through a unique combination of academic theory and hands-on practice. Living at the scenic McCall Field Campus, grads develop an array of professional skills and expertise. Applied coursework and targeted study in science communication, leadership, place-based education, and ecology, give grads what they need to earn a degree, make a difference, and find their place. NOTE: we are unable to accept international students into the program at this time. 

Grads in Environmental Education and Science Communication can expect to: 

• Experience learning in new ways by taking experiential coursework in ecology, science communication, place-based education, and leadership. 
• Gain instructional skills as a part of a mentored teaching practicum through our award-winning McCall Outdoor Science School (website) 
• Build interdisciplinary thinking skills to address the world’s complex socio-ecological issues. 
• Enjoy a 1:8 faculty to graduate student ratio that ensures a student-centered approach to learning. 
• Participate in a supportive, community-based, learning experience that prepares students for a wide range of professions. 
• Take part in a once-in-a-lifetime trip into the Taylor Wilderness Research Station located in the heart of the Frank Church/River of No Return Wilderness. 

This 10.5-month graduate residency includes free housing and financial support. Learn more here or contact our recruiting team at cnr-mnr-eesc@uidaho.edu. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for positions starting in the fall of 2025. 

Applications require: 

• Statement of career objectives titled "The McCall Outdoor Science School" that addresses the following in 1–2 pages:  

1. How does the MOSS program support your personal, academic, and professional goals?  
2. How has your personal, academic, and professional experience prepared you for the MOSS program?  
3. Describe your community living experience and philosophy. 

• Three letters of recommendation will be required to complete your application packet. On the online application, you will be prompted to enter names and contact information for three references. These three people will be sent requests for a letter of recommendation from the University and will send those back directly.  
• Official Transcripts/ academic credentials. 

ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO—MCCALL FIELD CAMPUS 

The mission of the McCall FIELD CAMPUS AND OUTDOOR SCIENCE SCHOOL is to transform individuals and communities through innovative research and educational experiences. We envision vibrant, diverse and inclusive communities, empowered to ask difficult questions and transform ways of thinking, to collaboratively and compassionately sustain the social and ecological systems that provide for us. Our faculty, staff and students value creativity, sustainability, diversity, inclusion, integrity, collaboration and reflection. To this end, we educate, lead, discover, create and communicate.