• Student uses GPS technology in a forest

    Hands-on field courses, Applied research, Inspiring faculty, an amazing location.

    The Forestry Program welcomes those passionate about forests and conserving and managing forest ecosystems for current and future generations.

The Rubenstein School Forestry Program addresses needs of a changing planet, which include managing forests for resilience, adaptation, climate mitigation, and a full range of ecosystem services. The Program emphasizes knowledge, experience, and critical thinking skills professionals use to solve complex problems facing forest ecosystems, sustainable forest management, and conservation.

The Forestry undergraduate major provides students with an education in ecologically responsible forestry that emphasizes landscapes of the northeastern United States, while also stressing global context and change. Students learn to coordinate and manage all aspects of sustainable forestry through a strong foundation in natural and social sciences combined with hands-on field classes, internships, research experience, and forest management projects. 

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Hands-on Learning

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Forestry students learn by doing in field courses, research opportunities, and internships.

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Research Opportunities

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Forestry faculty conduct research in Vermont, the region, nationally, and internationally. Students have the opportunity to engage in research projects with faculty.

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Careers and Graduate School

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The Forestry degree provides an excellent preparation for a variety of professional forestry positions and related careers, and the Forestry faculty offer substantial assistance in creating job placements or guidance with graduate school. 

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