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Graduate SchoolFields of Study

Agriculture and Life Sciences (Biological and Environmental Engineering) M.P.S. (Ithaca)

Field of Study

Biological and Environmental Engineering

Program Description

The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Biological and Environmental Engineering is a one-year, course-based master’s degree program ideal for career-focused students interested in the thorough study of issues and advancements in the fields of life, social and environmental sciences, and agriculture.

A hallmark of the MPS program is the balanced portfolio of technical knowledge, analytical skills, and professional development built into the curriculum, designed to equip students with the skill set and knowledge necessary for careers in industry, government, or non-profit agencies.

The Biological and Environmental MPS program has two main components:

  • Coursework (24-28 credit hours): Students work with a faculty advisor to map out their individualized course of study based on their areas of interest. The majority of courses (20 credits) will be within CALS; however, students have the opportunity to take courses across Cornell.
  • Capstone Project (2-6 credit hours): With the guidance of a faculty advisor, students work on solving a collaborative project and/or a real-world problem.

Contact Information

Website: https://cals.cornell.edu/biological-environmental-engineering
Email: bee-grad@cornell.edu
Phone: 607 255-2215

207 Riley-Robb Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY  14853

Concentrations by Subject

  • bioenergy and integrated energy systems
  • bioenvironmental engineering
  • biological engineering
  • bioprocess engineering
  • ecohydrology
  • environmental engineering
  • environmental management
  • food engineering
  • industrial biotechnology
  • nanobiotechnology
  • sustainable systems
  • synthetic biology

Tuition

Visit the Graduate School's Tuition Rates page.

Application Requirements and Deadlines

Application Deadlines:

Fall, March 1; Spring, October 1

Requirements Summary:

Applicants to the Master of Professional Studies program must have a baccalaureate degree (bachelor's degree) in agricultural technology or a related physical or biological sciences-oriented curriculum.

  1. Complete Cornell’s Online Graduate School Application. Get started by setting up an ApplyWeb account.  Once you have an account, you can go to the online application to begin the process
  2. Submit unofficial copies of official college and university transcripts
  3. Submit your résumé or CV
  4. Submit a Statement of Purpose
  5. Submit a Personal Statement
  6. 2 letters of recommendation
  7. All applicants must meet the Graduate School minimum requirements including the English Language Proficiency Requirement
  8. The GRE general test is not required or accepted

 

 

 

 

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Learning Outcomes

The MPS degree prepares students for the unique challenges of the 21st-century workplace through in-depth exploration of relevant knowledge and skill set refinement. Each MPS program is characterized by specialized course-based instruction led by our world-class faculty. This master’s degree broadens expertise and expands professional versatility to produce the next generation of innovative leaders.