Masters in Natural Resources Management

The Natural Resources Management Department recognizes, cultivates, and engages the skills of a diverse cohort of students and delivers a superior learning experience through dedicated teaching, hands-on learning, and research engagement.

Our vision is to be one of the leading programs for the study of natural resources management with a geology emphasis and for the placement of students in natural resources management graduate programs and careers.

Graduates from the Natural Resource Management Department have gone on to exciting careers with NASA, Google, Barrick Gold Mining, US Forest Service, Los Alamos National Labs, among many others.

Get in touch with us to find out more about what your future could be.

Mission of the Department of Natural Resources Management

The Natural Resources Management Department recognizes, cultivates, and engages the skills of a diverse cohort of students and delivers a superior learning experience through dedicated teaching, hands-on learning, and research engagement.

Our vision is to be one of the leading programs for the study of natural resources management with a geology emphasis and for the placement of students in natural resources management graduate programs and careers.

Natural Resource Management

New Mexico Highlands’ master’s degree in Natural Resources Management combines elements from environmental science, water resources, geographic information systems, and physical geology to create a great program to launch your career. The Environmental Geology program is unique in the state of New Mexico. Our departmental expertise in environmental issues and water resource sciences is state-of-the-art.

Working with our dedicated faculty, students can develop individualized programs of study in the environmental sciences to develop their interests. Faculty have research interests in environmental science, geomorphology, water resources, aquatic ecology, paleoclimate, chemistry, soil resources, entomology, groundwater, and surface hydrology.

Deadlines:

Fall: First Friday in February Spring: First Friday in September Decision to follow one month after the application deadline.

Admit for fall and spring terms

New Mexico Highlands University is a public, state-run institution located in Las Vegas, New Mexico, with centers in Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Farmington, and Roswell, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Mission

New Mexico Highlands University is a public comprehensive university serving our local and global communities. Our mission is to provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to attain an exceptional education by fostering creativity, critical thinking, and research in the liberal arts, sciences, and professions within a diverse community.

Vision

Our vision is to be a premier comprehensive university transforming lives and communities now and for generations to come.

Core Values

• Excellence
• Diversity
• Accessibility
• Responsiveness

International Students

A home away from home

Coming to a new country can be scary. But at Highlands, we offer you a home away from home.

Here, you won’t get lost in the crowd.

That’s because, at Highlands, you’re more than a student. You’re family.

This means we go above and beyond. We’ll be there for you when it counts.

One thing you’ll quickly discover is how approachable your professors and advisors are, whether you need research assistance or just want to talk.

You’ll also find a staff who genuinely cares and wants to help. They take pride in making sure they provide what you need, whether it’s transportation services to local stores so you can stock up on your essentials or leading recreation trips to nearby state and national parks.

Are you ready to make a change that will transform your life?

A place like no other

Speaking of outdoor recreation, you’ll immediately be blown away by the unique natural beauty of Las Vegas, New Mexico, just 45 minutes from Santa Fe. It merges desert landscapes with lush greenery and mountains, offering an experience like no other.

Appreciate what the four seasons have to offer, from swimming to skiing to white-water rafting. Our recreation center even provides free equipment!

Although we’re a small school, we offer a vibrantly diverse atmosphere. Twenty-four countries, including Nigeria, Jamaica, India, and China, are represented at Highlands.

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Learn from the best

Students come from around the world for our high-quality professors, renowned in their areas of expertise. But these professors are more than just educators. They are also mentors.

For instance, media arts student Ali Romero had this to say about professors Mariah Fox Hausman and Angela Meron: “Not only have Mariah and Angela taught me so much, they care about their students and their success. It’s amazing the things that can be accomplished when you have people like Mariah and Angela as your teachers and mentors.”

Real-life skills

In a survey conducted among 2019 graduates, 97% of respondents reported that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the quality of instruction in their major.

The survey was filled with comments praising professors as “very knowledgeable and professional” and for teaching “more of what the real work environment is all about” by providing “skills, practical applications, and resources when working with clients.” Students were also pleased with the wealth of opportunities for “hands-on research for both grads and undergrads.”

In short: We are committed to your personal and professional growth.