University Partners

University partners with Teton Science Schools and available
degree tracks:

Master of Science in Human Dimensions of Ecosystem Science and Management, Recreation Resources Management, Geography or Bioregional Planning. Students also earn Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education for their Teton Science Schools coursework.

University of Wyoming

Master of Science in Natural Science in Experiential and Environmental Education. Masters of Education with secondary teaching certificate in Biology

Master of Science in Conservation Social Science University of Idaho accepts 21 of Teton Science Schools' credits toward a Masters in Conservation Social Sciences . Students earn a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education for their Teton Science Schools coursework. UI also offers graduate research assistantship and teaching assistantship opportunities.

Master of Education with options for elementary, middle and secondary teaching certification.

Master of Arts Program in either Environmental Studies or Education with possible concentrations in Environmental Education, Experiential Education, Conservation, Natural History, etc.

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For additional information about our partner institutions contact:

University of Wyoming
Jami Salo
Office Associate Senior/Graduate Coordinator
Science and Mathematics Teaching Center (SMTC)
Department 3992, 1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY 82071
jsalo@uwyo.edu

Harold Bergman, Director
Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources
bergman@uwyo.edu

Utah State University
Steve Burr, Director
Natural Resource and Environmental Education Program
Department of Environment and Society
swburr@cc.usu.edu

University of Idaho
Steve Hollenhorst
Department of Resource, Recreation and Tourism
stevenh@uidaho.edu

MSU Billings
Dr. Russ Lord
Professor of Educational Theory and Practice
Ph 406-657-2362
rlord@msubillings.edu

Prescott College
Kerstin Alicki--Admissions Counselor
Ph: 877-350-2100 x 2102
Email: kalicki@prescott.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I receive a Master's degree for my year at Teton Science Schools?

Teton Science Schools is not a degree granting institution. We have found that our students come from diverse backgrounds, and many seek degrees across a broad range of disciplines. While students earn up to 32 credits during their year, these credits are drawn across several disciplines including education and natural sciences. We have found that this system provides the greatest flexibility for our students while maintaining a high level of academic standards.

Which universities accept these credits?

The credits that students earn are “banked” at our partner universities. Initially, this includes Utah State University and the University of Wyoming . Some students choose to bank their credits at the University of Idaho . While each of these schools have academic programs to accept these credits toward the completion of a Master's degree, some students choose to complete their degree at a different university. Most graduate schools accept a number of transfer credits from another accredited institution, and this number can vary from 8-18. The number varies according to each institution's residency requirement and/or credit transfer policy.

If my credits are being banked at these universities, do I have to apply to these schools before I begin my Teton Science Schools experience?

No. These schools recognize the Graduate Program and faculty as extensions of their own program, and as a result, you can begin your experience without matriculating. Typically, students begin the process of matriculation in January in order to seamlessly continue with their studies following their Teton Science Schools experience. Also, making these decisions early provides the greatest opportunity to secure graduate or teaching assistance ships and scholarships. Representatives of these schools visit Teton Science Schools in the fall to answer questions about school programs and support options.

What if I have no interest in completing a Master's degree?

No problem. We have had a number of students make their Teton Science Schools experience their only graduate experience. The unique combination of theory and application makes the Teton Science Schools graduate experience a powerful culminating educational experience. Additionally, we have had several students who have already completed Master's degrees come to this program for continuing studies.