Through the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the University of Delaware offers both undergraduate and graduate studies in wildlife conservation. Students in the program will study entire ecosystems, rather than focusing on just endangered species, to gain a broader understanding of conservation. Instructors teach not only in the classroom, but also in labs and in wildlife areas. The program's courses vary from science to economics and public policy.
University of Delaware College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Newark, DE 19716
(302) 831-2501
ag.udel.edu
Missouri Western State University's biology program offers a bachelor's in biology with an emphasis in Wildlife Conservation and Management. According to the school's website, only one other biology program in Missouri teaches the required courses for a graduate to obtain certification from the Wildlife Society. The school also provides students with an on-campus 180-acre nature area where students study wildlife conservation in a natural setting. Instructors also teach technologies such as GPS navigation and provide training on computers outfitted with Global Information Systems software.
Missouri Western State University
4525 Downs Drive
St. Joseph, MO 64507
(816) 271-4200
missouriwestern.edu
Students who are not looking to relocate but still want to pursue a degree in wildlife conservation can do so through Oregon State University's Extended Campus. The university offers an online bachelor's degree in Fisheries and Wildlife. Students choose an area of focus and perform field work in their local area. Instead of taking the required lab courses online, though, students complete the work at a local college or university.
Oregon State University
4943 The Valley Library
Corvallis, OR 97331
(800) 235-6559
oregonstate.edu