Target Degree Timeline

This is our recommended approach to the Master of Science program.

Semester Courses Notes
Year 1: Fall Semester
  • ENVS 6002 Research Topics in Environmental Science
  • Core and elective courses
  • Establish area of interest.
  • Identify graduate advisor
  • Select and complete a degree plan (e.g., thesis/non-thesis)
Year 1: Spring Semester
  • ENVS 6004 Research Design (for thesis students)
  • Core and elective courses
  • File faculty advisor form at the beginning of the semester
  • Identify thesis committee members (if applicable)
  • File thesis committee form (if applicable) by end of the semester
Year 2: Fall Semester
  • Core and elective courses
  • Thesis research (if applicable)
  • Thesis proposal approved by committee (if applicable)
  • Download Graduate School deadlines from the Graduate School website
Year 2: Spring Semester
  • ENVS 6800 Community-Based Research Practicum
  • Elective Courses
  • Thesis preparation and writing (if applicable)
  • Apply for admission to candidacy
  • Apply for graduation
  • Request for examination
  • Take a comprehensive examination (written comprehensive examination or oral thesis defense)