Careers include management, law enforcement, and research. The first two job types generally require a BS degree. To do research in wildlife management, an MS or PhD is required. Wildlife management is likely to grow rapidly as people increase concerns about and interests in wildlife. In addition, wildlife expertise developed in the United States is vitally needed in many other countries.
Top salaries are in the six figures.
All freshman applicants are considered within a competitive admission process for Autumn, Winter, and Summer quarters for the Columbus campus. The GEC is a body of courses designed to ensure that each student becomes acquainted with the basic areas of academic study. There are many additional courses available to enhance the career goals of people with clear and specific visions of their future. Faculty advisers will help students choose courses appropriate to their needs. Wildlife management majors are strongly encouraged to take internships or other jobs in the professional field, often in the summer.