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BSFR Forestry

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Georgia

Program Overview

The Forestry major at UGA is regarded as one of the top five forestry programs in the country. It is the only 4-year degree program in Georgia accredited by the Society of American Foresters (SAF) and meets the educational requirements for the SAF Certified Forester credential. The curriculum provides a sound understanding of forest ecosystems, the different worldviews and utilization of the forest, and management tools and concepts applied in forest conservation. Students develop critical thinking skills through hands-on field experience, teamwork, problem analysis, and an active internship program. Within the major, students choose from several areas of emphasis: Forest Management, Forest Business, Forest Recreation, Forest Biology, Urban Forestry, Forest Policy, or Wood Products.

Program Key Stats

$32549 (Annual cost)



54 %

Eligibility Criteria

3.4
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Additional Information & Requirements

International Application for Undergraduate Admission, High School Transcripts (secondary school), College Transcripts from each institution attended during high school, Test scores: SAT, ACT, TOEFL score of at least 213 on the computer-based exam, or a 550 paper based score, or an 80 on the internet based, A band score of 6.5 in IELTS, Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor, a School/Counselor Evaluation Letter.

Career Options

  • Environmental Science & Protection Technicians including Health
  • Environmental Scientists & Specialists including Health
  • Forestry & Conservation Science Teachers
  • Postsecondary
  • Geoscientists
  • Environmental Science Teachers
  • Postsecondary
  • Environmental Engineering Technicians

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