Forest nursery management and technology
Associate of Science
Grow future forests
The world needs trees. Forest nursery employees grow seedlings to replace harvested trees, restore forests after fires, expand forests to help fight climate change and more.
In this program, you’ll learn the advanced and sustainable technologies used in North American forest nurseries, as well as essential management and marketing skills. At the Franklin H. Pitkin Forest Nursery, you’ll gain hands-on experience propagating trees, shrubs and native plants and keeping them healthy.
Graduates of this program are prepared to begin a career in the forest nursery industry as technicians or managers, or to pursue a bachelor’s degree in forestry or a related field.
Overview
Related Topics
A sustainable career
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy working outdoors
- Want to work at a forest nursery
- Are passionate about plants
- Like hands-on learning
- Want to contribute to the sustainable management and health of forests
- Are considering a career with organizations like the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, or private forestry companies
Career outcomes
Current job openings
2,003 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Postsecondary Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers
$48,689 - Forest and Conservation Workers
$26,908 - Forest and Conservation Technicians
$38,583 - Foresters
$49,691 - Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
$46,652
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
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Scholarships
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Explore available scholarships on our Scholarships website.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
- Work in the Pitkin Nursery
Clubs
- Society of American Foresters (SAF)
- Logger Sports Club
- CNR Living, Learning Community (College of Natural Resources residence hall)
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.