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Ignite Social and Ecological Change
Miami University’s Advanced Inquiry Program (AIP) is an innovative online degree that provides master’s candidates with experiential learning at premier zoos, botanical gardens, and conservation organizations across the U.S.
AIP master’s candidates also have the unique option to integrate once-in-a-lifetime international field study into their course of study by choosing from Earth Expeditions courses in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
AIP at a Glance
- 35 Credit Hours
- Program Completion: 2.5-5 year (part-time)
- Application Deadline: Feb. 15
Hear About the Program from Our Students
Project Dragonfly Facts and Stats
Advanced Inquiry Program Locations
Research and Learning Partners
The thing I share most about my time with Project Dragonfly is being at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Being at the zoo to work on my master’s meant the world to me. If I could do it again, I would in a heartbeat!
Matthew Kollstedt of Fairfield, Ohio
Admission Overview
Project Dragonfly’s master’s programs welcome a diverse community of learners from many different backgrounds and experiences. Whether you are a recent college graduate, someone returning to school after many years, or a professional working in a non-profit, education, business, or government setting, this program is designed to support your growth and goals. Anyone who holds a bachelor’s degree—regardless of their undergraduate major—and is passionate about improving human and ecological communities is encouraged to apply.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 2.75 GPA
- Curriculum vitae/resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- Responses to two essay questions.
- English Proficiency Test Scores (International Students):
- TOEFL – 80
- IELTS – 6.5
- Note: No GRE required. International applicants may be considered on a case-by-case basis; please contact Graduate Admissions at [email protected] to indicate interest.
Transfer Credits
A maximum of 10 credits total can be transferred:
- Up to 7 credits from past Earth Expeditions.
- Up to 7 credits of past AIP Web+ courses.
- Up to 9 credits of past core online courses.
Note: No other credits can be transferred into either program
Admission and Funding
This is Where Your Journey to Miami University Begins
Explore what it means to be a graduate student at Miami University, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.
Contact Us
Graduate Admission
513-529-GRAD (4723)
[email protected]
Project Dragonfly
Spencer Pate, Operations Programs Manager
Upham Hall 111
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-8576
[email protected]