If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career that allows you to enjoy the outdoors while working with natural resources to improve our planet, urban forestry is for you.
For information on how to apply for a degree in urban forestry at Texas A&M University, contact the academic advisor for the Department of Forest Science.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
As a career field, urban forestry is growing daily.
More cities and towns are realizing the benefits trees and shrubs provide their communities and are seeking qualified professionals who can help them plan, plant and maintain healthy urban landscapes. Arboriculture (tree care) companies are hiring urban foresters. And many new companies are being formed in response to the importance people place on trees and their many benefits. The knowledge you gain at Texas A&M will put you in the forefront of an exciting career--one that is making life in our urban areas more satisfying and more enjoyable to millions of people in Texas and the nation. You can make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling, rewarding career.
Employment opportunities include:
- Cities and municipalities
- Governmental agencies (county, state and federal)
- Arboricultural service companies
- Real estate developers
- Utility companies
- Private land estates
- Colleges and universities
- Research institutes
Possible jobs include managing city parks and recreation departments, directing private and government-funded educational programs and managing urban reforestation projects--or even owning your own company. Starting salaries vary with the location and your personal goals.
EDUCATION
At Texas A&M University, urban forestry students enjoy the rich traditions of Aggieland, while garnering an education leading to future employment. The Department of Forest Science's Urban Forestry curriculum offers a broad education that prepares you for life and a variety of careers.
As a student in urban forestry, you will:
- Gain a better understanding of natural and managed ecosystems.
- Develop strong quantitative, analytical and management skills through problem-solving, critical thinking and management training.
- Master techniques of effective communication with individuals and groups.
- Actively participate in managing the environment.
- Learn to apply sound ecological and economic principles to urban forest management.
- Work with the latest computer technology, remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS).
- Obtain practical knowledge and training from practitioners and workers in urban forestry.
- Be eligible for valuable scholarships.
