At Sul Ross State University, natural resources aren’t just something you study; they’re part of everyday life. Located in the heart of the Big Bend region, Sul Ross offers students unparalleled access to diverse ecosystems, working ranches, wildlife habitats, and conservation landscapes that serve as living laboratories for learning and discovery.

Whether you’re interested in wildlife conservation, rangeland management, environmental science, ecological research, or sustainable stewardship, Sul Ross provides hands-on academic programs that prepare students to address some of today’s most important environmental challenges. Through field-based learning, research experiences, and close faculty mentorship, students gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact on natural resources locally, nationally, and globally.

Why Study Natural Resources at Sul Ross?

What sets Sul Ross apart is the opportunity to learn by doing. Students don’t just read about ecosystems and wildlife management; they experience them firsthand through fieldwork, research projects, and outdoor learning experiences across West Texas and beyond.

Students benefit from:

• Hands-on field and laboratory experiences
• Small class sizes and personalized instruction
• Research opportunities with faculty mentors
• Access to diverse desert, mountain, and rangeland ecosystems
• Connections with conservation organizations and natural resource professionals
• Career-focused preparation for environmental and natural resource professions

Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management

Prepare for a career managing wildlife, habitats, rangelands, and natural resources through immersive, field-based learning and hands-on experiences.

Concentrations Available:

• Conservation Biology
• Range & Wildlife Management

Students develop expertise in ecology, wildlife conservation, GIS, environmental stewardship, and natural resource management while preparing for careers across the conservation and natural resources sectors.

Natural Resource Management Minor

Master of Science in Range & Wildlife Management

Designed for students seeking advanced knowledge and professional expertise in wildlife conservation, habitat management, rangeland ecology, and applied research. Students can pursue either thesis or non-thesis options while working closely with faculty mentors and participating in meaningful research projects.

Master of Science in Environmental Science

An interdisciplinary graduate program focused on environmental systems, sustainability, scientific research, and the complex environmental challenges facing today’s world. Students gain advanced skills in environmental analysis, research, and problem-solving while exploring issues that impact communities and ecosystems.

Trilateral PhD Program in Range and Wildlife Sciences

Through a unique partnership among Sul Ross State University, Texas Tech University, and Texas A&M University-Kingsville, qualified students can pursue advanced doctoral research while benefiting from the expertise, resources, and mentorship of all three institutions. This collaborative program provides opportunities for impactful research and professional development in wildlife and natural resource sciences.

Research is at the heart of the Sul Ross experience. Students at every academic level have opportunities to work alongside faculty and researchers on projects that address real-world conservation and environmental challenges. From wildlife ecology and habitat management to environmental monitoring and sustainability initiatives, students gain valuable experience applying science to practical problems.

The surrounding landscapes of the Big Bend region provide extraordinary opportunities for discovery, making Sul Ross a destination for students who want to study natural resources where they can see science in action every day.

If you’re passionate about wildlife, conservation, environmental stewardship, and the sustainable management of natural resources, Sul Ross State University offers the academic programs, research experiences, and outdoor learning opportunities to help you achieve your goals.

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