To become a researcher, a master's degree or PhD is required. Return to top of page Forestry and urban forestry Concern about the fate of earth's forests has never been greater. In the next 20 years, forest land managers working in areas ranging from wilderness to human dominated areas will be confronted with enormous changes. The forestry program at Ohio State provides a balanced, integrated program of teaching, research, and service with specific strengths in forest biology, management, and reclamation. The program's goal is to educate professional forest managers who can think critically and integrate ecological principles within sociopolitical frameworks.
Foresters work in a variety of environments and for many kinds of organizations.
Many foresters work for state and federal agencies managing public lands or providing technical assistance to private landowners. Students with an interest in other cultures and ecosystems will find excellent opportunities in international programs. Private corporations employ foresters to manage woodlands for pulp and timber operations. Opportunities exist for consulting foresters who operate their own businesses. Research and teaching can also be rewarding careers for those who pursue graduate degrees.