Forestry Degree

The forestry program at Eastern Oklahoma State College prepares students for a variety of career choices, such as a conservationist, agricultural worker, fisher, park ranger, or firefighter. The main focus of the program is on managing and developing forest areas for economic, recreation, and ecological purposes - to restore health to the world. Program courses include: forest-related and wildlife sciences, mapping, natural resource management, economics and statistics, administration, and public relations. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer forestry degrees.

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Eastern Oklahoma State College (Eastern)

1100 E. 14th Street, Ada, OK

Eastern Oklahoma State College, located in Wilburton, Oklahoma, was founded in 1908 and was originally known as the Oklahoma School of Mines and Metallurgy. The school was closed during World War I but was reopened in 1920 and additional programs began being added by 1924, and with the decline of mining in the region, eventually dropping those programs in favor of newer programs. This was furthered through the approval of a name change to Eastern )Oklahoma State College, which allowed for pre –college level courses, though the school went through further revisions of purpose until 1972 when it became once and for all a comprehensive community college.

Academics

Eastern Oklahoma State College offers student the opportunity to pursue either academic transfer or career training opportunities as part of the services it provides its designated service area. Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the first two years of a four year education at Eastern, followed by applying to a four year institution to transfer credits and continue their education, eventually earning a bachelor's degree. Career programs provide education and training in a specific field and are taught by professionals familiar with the necessities and education required to enter the workforce and sustain a career. Such programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency.

Programs offered include:

General Studies

Mass Communication

Nursing

Criminal Justice

Business Administration

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at Eastern may do so by completing the application and paying all fees. As an open enrollment institution the requirements for admission are minimal, specifically one needs to be 18 years of age or have a high school diploma. Supplying test scores and transcripts if possible is recommended, as is meeting with a counselor and participating in orientation. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants and distributed based on need as determined by the information provided by the student in their completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Any queries regarding aid should be directed to the school's financial aid department.

Students Enrolled in the Forestry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Eastern Oklahoma State College offers an associate's degree program in forestry.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Range Managers

Description

Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, range managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024

Foresters

Description

Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, foresters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.3% from 2014 to 2024

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).