Careers
Fisheries and wildlife administration is a diverse field offering graduates various career options. Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook, employment in natural resources and life and physical sciences is expected to grow 10 percent through 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.
A majority of jobs will be in local, regional and federal government agencies. New job opportunities will arise from growth and retirement of the current workforce. In addition, new employment opportunities will come in "green" careers.
Sample job titles include:
- Fisheries biologist
- Fisheries manager
- Wildlife manager
- Wildlife biologist
- Program leader or manager for a state agency
- Ecologist or biologist for a federal or state agency
- Project manager for a non-governmental organization (NGO)
- Project leader or manager for a natural resources consulting firm
- Outreach coordinator
- Fishery management council staff member
- Legislative assistant (e.g., natural resources staffer)
- Aquaculture farmer
- Conservationist
- Ecological planner
- Wetland biologist
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Degree details
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 45 quarter credits are equal to 30 semester credits.
† Cost per credit is calculated using tuition per credit for the current academic year. It does not include associated fees, course materials, textbook expenses, and other expenses related to courses.
‡ You can complete all courses 100% online. Some courses may require proctored exams in your local area.
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