The College of Forest Resources at Mississippi State University has helped thousands of students just like you earn qualifications in forestry, wildlife, fisheries, environmental science, bioproducts, and more.
For over 60 years, the College of Forest Resources has trained leaders in conserving, protecting and utilizing natural resources. Addressing complex natural resources is critical, now more than ever. The College of Forest Resources trains students to preserve and sustain our resources for today and tomorrow.
The NATURAL RESOURCE & ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION major ensures that graduates of the program can develop and execute natural resource and environmental management plans that address matters of ownership/public goals, sustainability, and the regulatory environment.
The forestry major is a science-based program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry and consists of five concentrations; Environmental Conservation, Forest Business, Forest Management, Urban Forestry, and Wildlife Management.
The Sustainable Bioproducts major is a multidisciplinary program, which encompasses wood and non‐wood composites and other contemporary engineered products, as well as lumber, chemicals, fuels, medicines and much more.
The Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture major provides information and trains individuals for public agencies and private interests to manage wildlife and fish resources.
I am proud of the university’s wildlife program, which has a big focus on wildlife management, while many other colleges have gone toward a wildlife conservation approach. I appreciate what I learned at MSU and what they continue to teach young professionals about the importance of management.
MSU prepared me for my career as a professional forester by teaching me production forestry and how to implement those practices while being environmentally compliant.
I am interested in improving the management of natural resources. My experience at Mississippi State University has taught me theoretical and practical knowledge to effectively manage our resources.
The diversity of the training this department provides really gives you the opportunity to choose where your career goes. I was given a mix of real-world experience and hands-on specialty training, so I was very prepared for my first job.
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The forestry major is a science-based program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry and consists of five concentrations; Environmental Conservation, Forest Business, Forest Management, Urban Forestry, and Wildlife Management.
The NATURAL RESOURCE & ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION major ensures that graduates of the program can develop and execute natural resource and environmental management plans that address matters of ownership/public goals, sustainability, and the regulatory environment.
The Sustainable Bioproducts major is a multidisciplinary program, which encompasses wood and non‐wood composites and other contemporary engineered products, as well as lumber, chemicals, fuels, medicines and much more.
The Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture major provides information and trains individuals for public agencies and private interests to manage wildlife and fish resources.
Established in 1954, the Department of Forestry prepares graduates for meaningful science-based careers in the management and use of forested ecosystems. Students who graduate from the forestry program have a 100% placement rate.
Prepare for a career where you’ll create new products while protecting our natural resources. Bioproducts are products made from wood and other renewable materials. You’ll find them in building and construction materials, furniture and architectural design, household and industrial chemicals, and bioenergy.
Sustainable management of wildlife and fisheries resources, conserving threatened species and critical habitats, and working with nature for societies well-being, requires a new generation of talented young professionals.
View the many career opportunities available to graduates of our degree programs.
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