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Welcome to Natural Resources Online at the University of Idaho
The University of Idaho's College of Natural Resources offers outstanding undergraduate and graduate programs in natural resources and environmental science . Learn from internationally renowned leaders in the natural, physical and social sciences, and work to address needs and issues of the natural world.
The University of Idaho is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The degree requirements and student learning outcomes for Natural Resources Online courses are identical to those offered on campus. Importantly, you will be taught by the same world-class faculty and receive the same transcript from the University of Idaho as a student taking on-campus courses.
The College of Natural Resources is ranked 1st in the United States by College Factual for value in Natural Resources and Conservation. It is ranked 9th in the United States for Overall College Experience.
The College of Natural Resources Graduate Studies Office site contains a wealth of useful information for new and current students. Check out their Resources site for helpful information, links to useful forms, wellness discussions, or you can contact us directly at:
The University of Idaho is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The university hosted its most recent visit by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) Year Seven Accreditation in April 2015. The next comprehensive visit is scheduled for Spring 2022.
Download the NWCCU Accreditation Letter (PDF)
Since 1889, the University of Idaho has led education and research in furthering our mission as the State’s Land Grant Institution. At the forefront of that mission is the undergraduate majors in the College of Natural Resources. Each of these majors and their associated undergraduate online courses are also accredited by the various professional organizations representing our undergraduate majors. These include:
The degree requirements and student learning outcomes for Natural Resources Online courses are identical to those offered on campus. Importantly, you will receive the same transcript from the University of Idaho as a student taking on-campus courses.
Our Master of Natural Resources (M.N.R.) program is a member of the Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium.
To ensure high quality courses and curriculum, we are also members of Quality Matters™, which is a third-party organization that focuses on continual improvement of online academic programs.