MA/MS in Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology

Students in this master's program get a wide-angle education in how living things relate to their surroundings and to each other. Topics include ecology, evolution, animal behavior and the biology of whole organisms. Teaching comes from an interdepartmental faculty. Specialists in anthropology, environmental conservation, kinesiology and psychology teach with colleagues from four neighboring colleges in the Five College consortium. Research addresses biological processes from the scale of molecules to entire ecosystems and often connects fundamental science to practical questions. Prospective students should note the application timeline posted on the page. As a graduate degree, it suits students who want deeper subject expertise for work or further study. Prospective applicants should check the program page for the current deadlines and application steps before applying through the Graduate School.