Forestry Degree

The forestry program at Albright 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer forestry degrees.

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Albright College

1920 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA

Albright College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Reading, PA, which is a predominantly urban area. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Enrollment at Albright College is nearly 2,400 yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Albright College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Visual And Performing Arts
• History
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 960 - 1150 for the SAT exam and between 19 - 25 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to Albright College. 48% of those who apply are admitted to Albright College, of which 16% choose to enroll.  Additional information regarding admissions can be found by reaching out to Albright College or by requesting it here.

Tuition is approximately $37,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $5,600 for the year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The Albright College "Lions" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to see more about Albright College can visit their website at albright.edu.

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

Salary & Wages

• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.59
  • Average Annual Salary: $61540
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $55730

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

Salary & Wages

• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $74100

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).