Dr. Kent Wheiler

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kent Wheiler is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington's College of the Environment, where he has been a leader for over thirty years. He is the Director of the Center for International Trade in Forest Products (CINTRAFOR), establishing a focus on sustainable production and trade of wood products with the goal of protecting and improving the lives of people while enhancing the health of forests and the global environment. His extensive experience includes managing international forestry business operations, with eleven years spent living in Tokyo, Shanghai, Dubai, overseeing plantations in various countries including China, Indonesia, Ghana, South Africa, and Nicaragua. His work integrates research and teaching aligned with the mission of CINTRAFOR, aiming to advance the understanding of global trade practices in forestry.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.