Master of Natural Resources (MNR) in Conservation and Leadership

The Master of Natural Resources is for advanced practitioners in natural resource management (or related fields) who are seeking a terminal degree to develop research, leadership, administrative, and communication skills. The degree is intended to assist participants in pursuing leadership roles within their current organizations and to enhance their professional abilities

The Master of Natural Resources is for advanced practitioners in natural resource management (or related fields) who are seeking a terminal degree to develop research, leadership, administrative, and communication skills. The degree is intended to assist participants in pursuing leadership roles within their current organizations and to enhance their professional abilities.

Designed for professionals looking to advance their career, the online Master of Natural Resources will enable you to:

• Use research to assist in making informed natural resource management decisions.
• Apply relevant leadership and administration skills to management positions.
• Demonstrate professional communication skills including effective writing, conflict resolution, and facilitation.
• Apply ecological principles to management decisions.

Take the Next Step to Discover Your Purpose

Hit submit on your application to get a head start on planning and investing in your future at UW-Stevens Point. Scholarships are awarded as part of the application process, so apply quickly to take advantage of the wonderful opportunities UW-Stevens Point has to offer you!

Our application for fall 2024 opens up on Aug. 1. Every first-year student who applies in August to our Stevens Point campus for fall 2024 will receive a $250 Pointer Promise Scholarship. Submit your application for free using the Common Application or make us a top choice on the UW System application and it’s free!

Universities of Wisconsin Online Application

Students can apply to Stevens Point, Marshfield or Wausau easily by submitting their Universities of Wisconsin application. Graduate students must apply by using the Universities of Wisconsin application. A paper application can be requested by calling 715-346-2441.

Common Application

Students who apply to UW-Stevens Point main campus can submit their application through the Common Application. Students interested in attending the Marshfield and Wausau campuses can apply by using the Universities of Wisconsin application.