Cornell's one-year, STEM-designated answer to the research master's: 30 credits, no thesis, an individualized course plan mapped out with a faculty advisor across ten focus areas, and a 2-6 credit capstone solving a real-world problem — built for professionals already working in the environmental field and recent graduates who want Ivy League coursework depth without committing to a research career. The GRE is not required or even accepted.
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
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