Program Overview
The Human Ecology at Cornell University is a Master programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Human Ecology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ithaca, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Ecology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Twenty of these course hours must be within the College of Human Ecology.
- At least 24 of the 30 credits must be in courses numbered 400 or higher.
- Up to 6 of the 30 hours of required credit may be earned in connection with the problem-solving
- project.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for the MPS (Human Ecology) program, the applicant must have a bachelor\'s degree andfluent command of the English language and have demonstrated competency in a professional fieldrelated to human ecology.
- all Graduate School Requirements, including the TOEFL Exam for Non-Native English Applicants
- two recommendations and recommendation forms
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 32,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Cornell University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Cornell University
Cornell University
Ithaca, United States
private and statutory land-grant research university in Ithaca, New York, USA
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
