Overview

Why choose this course?

The curriculum of this Forest Resources and Conservation program at West Virginia University will prepare you in key skill sets using hands-on cutting-edge technology, innovation in new product development, marketing and manufacturing to work in an ever-growing U.S. forest products industry (including the lumber industry, engineered wood composites, biorefining, renewable materials and sustainable construction).

The unique nature of the program and the large base of potential employers result in an excellent job market for the graduates.

Hybrid curriculum that includes a foundation in wood science and a minor in Forest Resources Management. Students in this area are prepared for careers in timber management and sale administration, forest engineering, primary processing of wood products and timber procurement.

Career

Career opportunities are quite diverse. Jobs span the spectrum, from standing timber through manufacture of products, to their marketing, distribution and end use.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Dendrology

Forest Resources in United States History

Wood Anatomy and Structure

Wood Grading and Procurement

Harvesting Forest Products

Wood-based Composite Materials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Morgantown, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Must have at least a 2.5 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.

Must meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and complete an Intensive English Program (IEP) application.
For direct admission to some colleges and majors, SAT or ACT scores are required and must be sent to WVU directly from the respective testing services. For all other majors, international students are encouraged but not required to submit SAT or ACT scores, if available. SAT/ACT scores are useful for determining scholarship eligibility.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

28992 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28992 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9312 USD / year

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Living costs

Morgantown

United States

775 - 1290 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why choose this course?

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Morgantown

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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