Careers
With 80% of the US population living in cities, the demand for urban foresters who can help cities maintain a livable environment will only increase.
Advance your career
Whether you are a city forester, a state forestry agency urban forestry staff member, an urban forestry consultant, or staff member of a tree planting non-profit, the urban forestry certificate will help you enhance your professional development and advance your career options. And this program is offered entirely online, it is geared toward working professionals who want to continue in their career while also pursuing advanced education.
Occupations
The knowledge you acquire in Oregon State’s online program will help you fill in-demand jobs in the global marketplace. As a leader in this area, you’ll graduate ready to showcase your abilities and make your mark as a professional who has the skills that employers need most.
Potential careers include:
- Urban forestry supervisor
- Tree planting coordinator
- City arborist
- Urban natural resource planner
- Community assistance forester
- Nonprofit director
- Urban and community forestry program manager
The Oregon State University Career Development Center is also a great resource for career information.
Important dates
See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.
Degree quick facts
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 19-20 quarter credits are equal to 12.67-13.33 semester credits.
† Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
‡ You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
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