Forestry Undergraduate Certificates
There are 105 colleges and universities across the nation that offer aundergraduate certificate in Forestry. In recent years, the majority of students earning degrees in this area were men, and about26% were students from underrepresented racial-ethnic groups. Also, 1.6% of Forestry graduates were international students.
Featured schools near , edit
Education Levels of Forestry Majors
During the most recent year for which data is available, 2,460 people earned theirForestry majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Forestry at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate (this page) | 62 |
| Associate’s Degree | 357 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 1,143 |
| Master’s Degree | 786 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 108 |
Earnings of Forestry Majors With Undergraduate Certificates (All Award Levels)
The median salary for graduates holding aundergraduate certificate in Forestry of $52,066 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,042 |
| 4 years | $52,066 |
| 5 years | $60,484 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
We do not have the data to estimate the median debt for graduates with this degree.
Student Diversity
More men than women pursue undergraduate certificates in Forestry. About 69.4% of graduates in this field are men.
| Gender | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Men | 43 |
| Women | 19 |
The racial-ethnic distribution of Forestry graduates is as follows:
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Grads | Share |
|---|---|---|
| White | 45 | 72.6% |
| Asian | 1 | 1.6% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 | 11.3% |
| Black or African American | 1 | 1.6% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 5 | 8.1% |
| Race Unknown | 1 | 1.6% |
| International Students | 1 | 1.6% |
This degree is not very popular with international students. Only 1.6% of graduates fall into this category.
See the minority definition in the References below.
Most Popular Forestry Programs for Undergraduate Certificates
There are 136 colleges that offer a undergraduate certificate in Forestry. Learn more about the most popular below:
The most popular school in the United States for Forestry students seeking a undergraduate certificate is University of Florida. During the most recent year for which we have data, 178 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University is a popular choice for Forestry majors seeking their undergraduate certificate. This school awarded 124 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Reedley College is a popular choice for Forestry majors seeking their undergraduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 123 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Northern Arizona University comes in at #4 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 115 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
North Carolina State University at Raleigh comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 114 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Georgia comes in at #6 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. During the most recent year for which we have data, 79 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point comes in at #7 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 72 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Stephen F Austin State University comes in at #8 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. During the most recent year for which we have data, 66 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Auburn University comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 60 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt comes in at #10 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. During the most recent year for which we have data, 51 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Mississippi State University is a popular choice for Forestry majors seeking their undergraduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 50 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. During the most recent year for which we have data, 48 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 45 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins is a popular choice for Forestry majors seeking their undergraduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 43 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Lake Tahoe Community College comes in at #15 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. During the most recent year for which we have data, 42 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 40 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Oregon State University comes in at #17 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 40 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College is a popular choice for Forestry majors seeking their undergraduate certificate. During the most recent year for which we have data, 38 people received their undergraduate certificate in Forestry from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Maine comes in at #19 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 38 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Coastal Pines Technical College comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering undergraduate certificates in Forestry. This school awarded 37 undergraduate certificates in Forestry in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their undergraduate certificate in Forestry here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Forestry Concentrations
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Forestry, General | 1,181 |
| Forest Sciences and Biology | 393 |
| Forest Technology/Technician | 327 |
| Forest Management/Forest Resources Management | 252 |
| Wood Science and Wood Products/Pulp and Paper Technology/Technician | 95 |
Explore Forestry by State
Alabama
California
District of Columbia
Idaho
Kansas
Maryland
Mississippi
Nevada
New York
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Utah
West Virginia
Alaska
Colorado
Florida
Illinois
Kentucky
Massachusetts
Missouri
New Hampshire
North Carolina
Oregon
South Dakota
Vermont
Wisconsin
Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Forestry that also offer undergraduate certificates.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 23,853 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 3,090 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | 2,419 |
| Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management | 407 |
| Natural Resources and Conservation, Other | 132 |
References
The racial-ethnic minority student count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students to obtain the percentage of racial-ethnic minorities.
- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
More about our data sources and methodologies.
Course Advisor provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© Course Advisor – All Rights Reserved.