Forestry Degree

The forestry program at University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer forestry degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point

Also known as UW-Stevens Point

410 S 3rd St, River Falls, WI

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Stevens Point, WI, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Around nine thousand students enroll at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point per year.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point score in-between 21 to 26 on the ACT. 79% of those students that apply are accepted to University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, of which 45 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay approximately $7,900, while out-of-state residents pay $16,000 annually. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $3,900 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The UWSP "Pointers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to view more about University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point can check out their website at http://www.uwsp.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Forestry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UW-Stevens Point has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 460
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $63200

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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $61180

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).