Master of Science in Environmental Science at CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY CHICO

California State University, Chico offers a Master of Science in Environmental Science through its Geological and Environmental Sciences Department. This program lasts for two years and has a tuition fee of USD 15,188. To be admitted to this program, students must demonstrate their English language skills. The accepted tests for English proficiency are IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE. Additionally, students need to have a minimum graduation cutoff of a CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th-grade requirements.

Graduation

Applicants must have completed a 4-year university degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. They should have a degree in natural sciences, engineering, mathematics, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent approved by Graduate Studies. Students need a strong background in Environmental Science, including one year of mathematics (either one semester of statistics and one semester of calculus or one year of calculus), two semesters of college physics, two semesters of chemistry, and a semester of ecology. Those lacking this background may be conditionally admitted but must correct these deficiencies as specified by the department. A GPA of at least 3.0 is required in the last 30 semester (45 quarter) units attempted and at least 2.75 in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted.

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GRE

Marks: No specific cutoff mentioned

Optional completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

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Application Process for California State University - Chico Campus

Step One: Prepare Documents for Application

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Prepare a one-page "Statement of Purpose" that answers these questions:

• What area of study do you want to focus on and why?
• Which faculty members would you like to work with for research?
• What are your career goals and plans for the future?
• What special preparation do you have for your chosen field of study?
• Explain any problems or inconsistencies in your records or scores.

Letters of Recommendation (LOR)

Submit two letters of recommendation from people who know you academically or professionally. These letters should discuss:

• Your personal qualities
• Your performance and experience
• Your strengths and weaknesses
• Your abilities and potential for success

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Include a CV or resume with your application.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

• Official degree certificates and transcripts from all universities you attended after high school.
• If you have an Indian bachelor's degree, submit university-attested academic records (not college-attested).
• Provide a professional English translation of your academic records if issued in another language.
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• A copy of your passport's biographical information page.
• Documents showing financial support.

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application by filling out the online form available on the California State University - Chico Campus website.

Step Four: Application Fees for This Course

The application fee is USD 70 (approximately INR 5.9 thousand).

Payment Method: Credit card.

For students not receiving financial aid, there is a tuition fee installment plan that defers tuition fees. Here are the details:

• A $33 non-refundable installment contract fee is required each semester.
• A new contract must be filled out each semester.
• Campus fees are due by the payment deadline.
• Tuition is divided into three payments with a service fee added to the first payment.

Installment Schedule:

• 1st Installment: September for Fall / February for Spring - 1/3 Tuition + Contract Fee
• 2nd Installment: October for Fall / March for Spring - 1/3 Tuition
• 3rd Installment: November for Fall / April for Spring - 1/3 Tuition

Payments are due at the start of each month (September, October, and November for Fall; February, March, and April for Spring).

Step Five: Application Deadlines

The deadlines for applications are as follows:

• Spring (January): October 1st
• Fall (August): February 1st

Note: These dates are tentative based on previous years. For exact deadlines, please consult with an expert advisor.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"