Forestry Degree

The forestry program at Utah State University 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 Utah colleges that offer forestry degrees.

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Utah State University (UBTech)

1100 E Lagoon St 124-5, Roosevelt, UT

Utah State University is a public institution located in Logan, Utah and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Utah. USU is a large institution, enrolling approximately sixteen thousand per year.

Areas of study offered at USU include:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 950 - 1220 on the SAT and between 20 - 27 on the ACT is common among students admitted to Utah State University. More information from the admissions office can be found at usu.edu.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $5,700, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, which costs about $1,900 for the year. USU may provide financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.

The USU "Aggies" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-A)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.usu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Forestry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Utah State University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

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).