Ecology and evolutionary biology (EBIO) offers both breadth and depth: initially it provides a broad, comprehensive foundation in biology. As students progress in their studies, they are able to delve into a biological area of interest in more depth. Some of these areas include conservation biology, ecology, evolution, biodiversity, botany, health science/medicine and zoology. MA I Program
A master’s degree with thesis is offered for students interested in continuing their training as professional biologists. For some students the MA I provides a basis for work on a PhD at the University of Colorado or at another institution, although the MA is not required for admission to the PhD program.

MA II Program
A non­thesis master’s degree program is offered for students who are interested in obtaining a greater knowledge of ecology and evolutionary biology but who are not interested in degree work beyond the MA. This program is suitable for secondary school teachers and others whose career choices do not require a research thesis.