SAF is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council on Post- secondary Accreditation and by the U.S. Department of Education as the body forestry in the United States. Forestry is a highly diversified field.
Career opportunities exist in various public agencies as well as in private industry.
Graduates may be employed as forest land managers or as specialists in such disciplines as forestry measurements, soils or municipal forestry. Further opportunities exist in areas of wood science and forest product utilization. Because of the specificity of the program, Forestry majors may find it to their advantage to transfer after one year at NMC, completing only part of this guides suggestions. However, those choosing to stay longer may follow the entire guide. The final responsibility for the successful transfer of classes suggested on this guide rests with you and the institution you plan to transfer to.