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PhD of Fish and Wildlife Biology
- Bozeman, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Fish and Wildlife Biology at Montana State University is a programme in ecology and management of fish and wildlife.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Formulate original research questions in Fish and Wildlife Biology
- Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
- Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.
Career outcomes
- Federal or state fish and wildlife agencies
- Academia
Curriculum
- Doctoral research on the ecology and management of mammal
- Bird and fish species in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
- With a qualifying exam in the third semester and a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor or master degree from an accredited or government-recognised university
- GPA about 3.0/4.0
- Three recommendation letters
- Personal statement
- Transcripts and English proficiency
- GRE not mandatory
- The department decides on research fit and funding.. Entry grade detail: B average (3.0/4.0) or equivalent
- Department standards may be higher.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor or master degree from an accredited or government-recognised university (department decides).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4.2
- TOEFL PBT 550
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
- Recommendation Letters
- Statement of Purpose.
How to apply
- Check the graduate programme requirements and any department-specific deadlines. Submit the online application and pay the 60 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Three recommendation letters and a personal statement. Programmes may add test scores. After admission submit your confirmation. International Student & Scholar Services gives health insurance
- Orientation and housing information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $26,814, $25,040 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $60 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Bozeman |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Letters & Science |
| Department | Ecology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Institution-level scholarship eligibility may vary by academic record, Applicant category and chosen program, Confirm current award terms. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
79 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $26,814, $25,040 USD per year. The application fee is $60 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,979 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.2, TOEFL PBT 550, Duolingo 120.

