Forest Sciences & Biology at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you plan to study Forest Sciences & Biology, consider the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is located in Carbondale, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 10 forest sciences & biology degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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Studying Online at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Of 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Forest Sciences & Biology graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Forest Sciences & Biology graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 80% women (8) and 20% men (2).
Forest Sciences & Biology Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 10 master’s forest sciences & biology graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Forest Sciences & Biology master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 10% of Forest Sciences & Biology master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, higher than the national average of 7%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Forest Sciences & Biology Graduates
Students who finish Forest Sciences & Biology program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Forest Sciences & Biology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Foresters | $93,406 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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