Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial at The University of Montana

The Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial is a Bachelor degree offered by The University of Montana at its main campus in Missoula , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial

Study Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial – at the University of Montana

Earn your degree in wildlife biology at the University of Montana and join students from around the world who share your passion for nature and conservation. Ranked #1 in North America for the quality and productivity of faculty research, UM is one of the best colleges for wildlife biology in the nation, offering unique opportunities for field-based, hands-on learning in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.

The terrestrial concentration of the wildlife biology bachelor's degree focuses on birds and mammals and the habitats in which they live (we also offer a concentration in aquatic wildlife biology). You'll learn from faculty who are known internationally in their fields of study. You'll also benefit from one-on-one mentorship and personal instruction, in a program that's not too big, and not too small. When you graduate, you'll be ready to lead in important careers that involve the study, management, and conservation of wildlife.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial at The University of Montana

Entry Requirements

Academic Eligibility

First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records.

Documents for Admission

Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial

Career development in the wildlife biology program

Discover what you want to do and find the opportunities to make it happen. At the Franke College of Forestry and Conservation, 97% of our alumni are employed or pursuing graduate study in their fields.

Student organizations for wildlife biology majors

Develop your professional network, cultivate career skills and make new friends through active student organizations including the American Fisheries Society and The Wildlife Society. Learn more about student organizations for wildlife biology majors at UM.

Wildlife biology scholarships

We offer several scholarships specific to the wildlife biology program. Wildlife biology majors also qualify for Franke College of Forestry and Conservation scholarships, which complement other scholarships and financial aid opportunities awarded at the University of Montana.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial at The University of Montana

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial at The University of Montana

1. Complete an online application
2. Pay the application fee
3. Submit required application documents

English language proficiency requirements
Academic records
Financial information
Copy of passport
Transfer form (for transfer students only)

You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

Bachelor of Wildlife Biology – Terrestrial at The University of Montana

The University of Montana

United States of America, Missoula