Overview

Other schools own forests. But the Michigan Technological University is right out the back door. There isn't a better place to study forestry than the wild Keweenaw Peninsula, bordered by Lake Superior, blanketed with forests and wetlands (and 218+ inches of snow each winter).

First-year students have two outdoor field labs and are all eligible to participate and be paid as Earn and Learn students, acquiring the hands-on knowledge and experience to land a summer job or internship after their first year.

What will I study?

Study soil science, biometrics, hydrology, and silviculture. Identify the 37 native tree species of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Learn the 152 trees and plants covered in the Vegetation of North America course. As a member of our scholarly community, you'll build strong working relationships with professors and peers in classrooms, labs, and out in the field for work and play. You'll find many opportunities, through social and intellectual interaction, to dive into subjects that matter most to you.

Work with communities, the College, and private landowners to develop management plans (industry and recreational) for forested landscapes.
Mark and harvest timber.
Perform field canopy, arborist, and selective harvest practices. Identify tree pests and diseases.
Learn how to use and be proficient in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), land measurement, and remote sensing skills.

Put skills and knowledge to work ASAP. After the first year of classes you'll be qualified to find a summer job in your field, and start building your future career.

Career Opportunities for Forestry

District Forester
Urban Forester
Forest Consultant
Utility Forester
Research Scientist
Timber Broker
Procurement Forester
Forest Resource Manager
Forest Economist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Wood Anatomy and Properties

The Natural Resource Professional

Vegetation of North America

Landscape Vegetation

Conservation of Nature

Field Techniques

Environmental Sustainability

Circular Economy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

National students in Fall: You are encouraged to submit your application for admission by Feb 1st. Applications are still accepted after this date.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houghton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit One Application for Admission

Request Your Official High School Transcript

Submit Your Official SAT and/or ACT Test Scores (Optional)

Provide Supplemental Information (Optional)

Submit Additional Application Materials
Students applying for fall admission do not need to submit test scores, unless their GPA is below a 3.00

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

44504 USD / year

≈ 44504 USD / year
Out-of-State

44504 USD / year

≈ 44504 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

19608 USD / year

≈ 19608 USD / year

Additional Details

International students are charged an International Surcharge fee of $250 per semester.

Living costs

Houghton

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

What will I study?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Houghton

Funding

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