Forestry
The Forest Resources Management program is dedicated to developing the next generation of forest mangers in the Appalachian hardwood region. This program offers two advanced degree programs including a Master of Science in Forest Resources Management and a Ph.D. in forest resources.
Career Profile
Job titles and employers of recent graduates include:
- Consultant
- Data analyst, Forest2Market
- Inventory specialist, Landmark Forestry
- State land management forester in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Washington, Virginia
- Natural resource extension specialist in Maryland and West Virginia
- Environmental engineer, Pennsylvania
Program Application Requirements
Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose, 3 Letters of recommendationGraduate Program Application Requirements
Candidates who do not have an undergraduate degree from a program accredited by the Society of American Foresters or from the Society of Wood Science and Technology, will only be accepted as a provisional student.
Program Application Test Requirements
GREApplication Deadlines
Fall Deadline
February 1Spring Deadline
October 1Summer Deadline
DOES NOT ADMITEnglish Proficiency Requirements
All applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English language proficiency. WVU accepts either the TOEFL or the IELTS for this purpose. Learn more about our English language proficiency requirements.
Accreditation Information
WVU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
