What are the admission requirements for the Natural Resource Management program?

• Requirements for undergraduates can be found on ApplyTexas; there are no additional requirements for this major.
• Graduate students must also submit a letter of intent, official transcripts with conferred degree, and two letters of recommendation.

Can transfer students enter the program?

• Yes! ApplyTexas has an application for transfer students.
• Contact Dr. Maureen Frank (maureen.frank@sulross.edu) for questions about which classes will transfer.

How do I switch my major to Natural Resource Management?

• Changing majors is straightforward – first, complete this form.
• For the Range & Wildlife concentration, contact Dr. Ryan Luna to review the form and obtain a signature. His email is rluna@sulross.edu.
• For the Conservation Biology concentration, contact Dr. Maureen Frank to review the form and obtain a signature. Her email is maureen.frank@sulross.edu.
• If you aren’t sure which concentration will be best for you, you can contact Dr. Luna or Dr. Frank for help!

Are scholarships available?

• Yes! You can find a list of scholarships here. Other scholarship opportunities for current students in NRM may become available and students will be contacted if so.

Are internships available?

• Our program does not directly provide work internships, but we work closely with partners in this area who do, such as Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and local ranches.
• There are research internships available through the Borderlands Undergraduate Mentoring Program.

What careers can I pursue with this degree?

• Our alumni work in a variety of range, wildlife, and conservation careers, including:
  • State (TPWD) and federal (USFWS) biologists
  • Game wardens/conservation officers
  • Private ranch biologists
  • Wildlife refuge staff
  • Range specialists
  • Private wildlife consultants
  • Non-profit organization conservationists (The Nature Conservancy, Texas Wildlife Association)
  • Conservation educators

Will I gain hands-on field experience?

• Yes! That’s our favorite part of the NRM degree at Sul Ross. In addition to classroom opportunities, you can volunteer or work for research projects that give you hands-on field experience. Our students help identify plants, survey birds, monitor GPS-collared big game, and more.

Can I support a family with a job in Natural Resource Management?

• Salaries range widely in this field, from entry-level technician positions to seasoned biologists who manage entire refuge systems. Many employers offer competitive salaries and good benefits.
• If your goal is to be wealthy, this isn’t the degree for you. But if your goal is to make a difference and do work that connects you with natural resources, you can have a rewarding career that is financially sound. Many professionals in this field love having the opportunity to connect their work and personal lives, sharing their passion for the great outdoors with the next generation while earning a paycheck.