The online graduate program in NRES enables students to continue their education in disciplines related to natural resources and environmental sciences through part-time study online. As a student, you will benefit from a rigorous, yet flexible program you can tailor to fit your needs and interests.

If you are looking for a career change and are concerned you don’t have the background experience to dive into our MS program, don’t worry. We are happy to work with prospective students and can help you find the courses you need to be successful in the program.

You can also try the program out before making the commitment of applying for admission. You can take up to 12 hours as non-degree seeking students to see if the program is going to meet their needs or to build a strong academic record that will increase their likelihood of being admitted.

Online Courses

Courses currently in progress and starting soon

Courses taught at the 400- and 500-levels under these rubrics typically count toward the M.S. in NRES. If you are interested in taking a non-NRES course that is not on your approved plan of study, please contact Piper Hodson (phodson@illinois.edu) to inquire about its acceptability.

Future Courses