Overview

The Conservation and Restoration Science program at University of California, Irvine (UCI) is offered through the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) and the Center for Environmental Biology (CEB) within the School of Biological Sciences.

Why choose MCRS?

The Masters in Conservation and Restoration Science (MCRS) curriculum is designed for professional growth in the area of active, adaptive management.

Our students work closely with faculty and community partners in a rigorous, field-based program.

The learning experience culminates in a solution-based capstone project conducted in collaboration with one of our many community partners.

Career Paths

The MCRS program prepares students to pursue careers that enable them to collaborate and lead in planning, designing, implementing, and managing environmental conservation and restoration activities in agency, non profit and for profit settings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Conservation & Restoration Science Tutorial

Ecology

Conservation Biology

Restoration Ecology

Marine Conservation Ecology

Human Dimensions in Conservation and Restoration through a Justice Lens

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Irvine, United States

Disciplines

Biodiversity & Conservation Ecology View 148 other Masters in Ecology in United States

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Other requirements

General requirements

A B.A. or B.S. degree, preferably in Biology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or other applied biological science from a fully accredited academic institution.
Applicants with undergraduate degrees in areas such as Social Ecology, Public Health, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Policy will be considered, but must demonstrate proficiency in the natural sciences and/or practical experience working in this professional field.

Two confidential letters of recommendation;
A statement of purpose (describing the applicant’s goals in seeking the Master’s degree);
A personal history statement; and
A resume or curriculum vitae (noting relevant work/academic experiences)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

27 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27852 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

27852 USD / year

≈ 27852 USD / year

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Why choose MCRS?

Career Paths

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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