Environmental and Wildlife Management Degree

The environmental and wildlife management program at Bastyr University prepares students for careers with the US Forest Service, the National Park Service, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as consulting firms and state agencies. While the focus is on the natural environment, special attention is given to its conservation, use, and improvement. Program courses include: climate, air, soil, water, land, plant and animal resources, and the basic principles of environmental science and natural resource management. Get more details below including other Washington colleges that offer environmental and wildlife management degrees.

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Bastyr University

2901 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA

Bastyr University is a nonprofit private institution located in Kenmore, WA and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately 970 students are enrolled annually at Bastyr University.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Naturopathic Medicine, Naturopathy
• Acupuncture
• Dietetics
• Human Nutrition

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $24,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $7,800. Students attending Bastyr University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.bastyr.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Environmental and Wildlife Management Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bastyr University offers a less than one year certificate program in environmental and wildlife management.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

Soil and Water Conservationists

Description

Plan or develop coordinated practices for soil erosion control, soil or water conservation, or sound land use.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, soil and water conservationists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $73000

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

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.73
  • Average Annual Salary: $66000

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