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Master of Science in Geographic Information Science with Concentration in Conservation Applications (STEM) Clark University Clark University, USA

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USD 28800

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 75 Waived

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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85

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Clark’s master’s degree in GIS combines rigorous academics with widely varied, highly applied learning opportunities. Our two-year program offers ample opportunities to take what you learn in the classroom and put it to work in the wider world through creative engagements with communities, nonprofits, government, and the private sector. By working hands-on with partners, you gain valuable experience applying theories and implementing your creative solutions to complex problems.

In addition, we offer four concentrations within the GIS degree that enable you to focus your studies: GIS for Development and Environment, Conservation Applications, Global and Community Health Applications, and Remote Sensing. Each requires the completion of a set of concentration-specific courses, and each provides a valuable set of skills — and credentials — that will serve you well throughout your career.

Conservation Applications - Concentration
Conservation GIS is concerned with the application of Geographic Information Systems and related geospatial technologies to the needs of Conservation Biology, Landscape Ecology, Wildlife Management and Conservation Planning. The MSGIS in Conservation Applications builds upon the history of close partnerships between Clark University and Clark Labs with organizations such as Conservation International, The Nature Conservancy, the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. Through these relationships, for example, Clark Labs has developed a distinctive set of geospatial software tools for Conservation such as the Land Change Modeler, the Habitat and Biodiversity Modeler, the Climate Change Adaptation Modeler, the Ecosystem Services Modeler and the Earth Trends Modeler. Clark is also in the process of becoming the home of the New England chapter of the Society for Conservation GIS.

The objectives of the Master of Science in Conservation Applications are to gain spatial analysis skills required in ecological and conservation applications including: vector and raster spatial data analysis, analysis of image time series, remote sensing applied to environmental monitoring, GIS programming skills, spatial conservation planning, spatial modeling of species distributions, and effective map communication.

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    85 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    28800

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 75 Waived

    Application Fee
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    14000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Merit-Based Scholarships (General)
    Presidential Scholarship
    OIP Current Student Merit Scholarship
    Merit-Based Scholarships (General) Criteria:
    Exceptional academic performance and personal qualities in secondary school
    No separate application required (except for Presidential Scholarship)
    Based solely on admission application
    Note: Awarded at time of admission; automatically considered

    OIP Current Student Merit Scholarship Criteria:
    Currently enrolled international (F1/F2) student in College, High School, or ELI program
    Must submit Edmonds College unofficial transcript with last quarter grades and minimum 3.5 GPA
    Must show current registration for at least 12 credits
    Not eligible if awarded this scholarship in the previous quarter

    Presidential Scholarship Criteria:
    Among top applicants academically
    Demonstrated leadership potential
    Separate application required (indicate interest on Common App or Coalition App)
    Must meet early or regular application deadlines (Nov 15 or Jan 15)
    Selected finalists will be invited to interview
    Note: Awarded to ~5 students annually

    LINK: https://www.clarku.edu/offices/financial-aid/scholarships/
    Merit-Based Scholarships (General) Amount: Varies (not specified)
    Presidential Scholarship Amount: Full tuition + on-campus housing + meals for 4 years
    OIP Current Student Merit Scholarship Amount: $300 (tuition waiver)

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