Appropriate for Wildlife Biology?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Mount Holyoke College
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<p>My D will be entering her senior year in HS and is interested in Zoology/Wildlife Biology. Most of her college list is western state colleges with dedicated wildlife programs: Humboldt, U Montana, WSU, Co St and Wyoming. She has been showing an interest in MHC, totally unlike the other colleges on her list.</p>

<p>We looked at the list of bio professors, saw some with specialties in organismal biology, but are a bit worried about access to field biology and internships. Is it appropriate to apply? Will she be able to establish the contacts she needs to get started in the field?</p>

<p>Full Disclosure: I dated a student from MHC back in the day but only visited once. Neutral on the experience.</p>

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<p>Your D should call admissions, and ask if they could put her in touch with a bio professor who might be able to better answer her questions. Most profs are happy to speak with prospective students, so your D shouldn’t be shy. This is the best way to find out whether MHC can offer what she is wanting!</p>