Credits required
18-20 Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 18-20 quarter credits are equal to 12-13.33 semester credits.*
Cost per credit
$571 Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
Delivery
Online You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
Start terms
3 per year

Graduate Certificate in Urban Forestry – Online

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.

Careers in urban forestry

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.

Job market outlook

Make a well-informed decision on which degree to pursue online by using the following live job market information from public and private data sources.

The Oregon State University Career Development Center is also a great resource for career information.

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