Field research is conducted on the 4,800-acre experimental forest. The School of Forestry and Wood Products will supply information about specific requirements and procedures. Incoming doctoral students are expected to have demonstrated outstanding ability in previous academic work and, normally, to have completed an MS degree program in an area associated with their planned area of study and research. Prospective students are encouraged to correspond with faculty members working in the individual's area of interest. The program of study varies according to the background and career objectives of the individual student.
Most students receive financial aid in the form of a graduate teaching or research assistantship.
Assistantships usually include stipend and tuition. Degree Requirements Requirements for the MS and PhD degrees are generally consistent with the Graduate School requirements. The School of Forestry and Wood Products will supply information about specific requirements and procedures.