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Natural ResourcesB.S.

Credits required

180

Cost per credit

$366

Delivery

Online

Start terms

4 per year

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Options

The specialization options in Oregon State's online natural resources degree allow you to focus your studies in an area of particular interest to you.

Conservation law enforcement

Gain an understanding of the criminal justice system, environmental law and policy, sustainable resource management and human dimensions. View the curriculum »

Ecological restoration

Discover the complexities of the restoration of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and how restoration decisions involve interactions between ecological and social systems. View the curriculum »

Fish and wildlife conservation

Examine the relationship between animal species and their habitats, and learn to apply this knowledge to the management of ecosystems as a means of conserving fish and wildlife. View the curriculum »

Human dimensions in natural resources

Learn how human behavior is connected to the natural world, and gain the skills to understand cultural, social, political, and philosophical issues associated with natural resources. View the curriculum »

Individualized specialty option

Tailor your academic program to your specific interests. Consult with your academic advisor to develop a degree plan that meets your goals and program requirements. View the curriculum »

Landscape analysis

Pair the technical skills of GIScience with a disciplinary knowledge in a natural resource area as you prepare for the practical application of your skills in the real world. View the curriculum »

Natural resource education

Prepare for a career as an educator in informal settings such as museums, aquariums and parks, or pursue a career in formal education in a K-12 classroom. View the curriculum »

Policy and management

Take courses that place an emphasis on the social and political aspects of natural resource issues. This option will prime you for a career in natural resource and environmental conservation. View the curriculum »

Urban forest landscapes

Explore the relationship between people and trees as you examine the economic, social and environmental benefits and values of trees in urban areas. View the curriculum »

Wildland fire ecology

Develop an understanding of the nature of fire in wildland ecosystems as well as the dynamics of fire behavior and post-fire response. View the curriculum »

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Important dates

Fall term starts

Sept. 25

Winter term starts

Jan. 6, 2025

See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.

Degree quick facts

Credits required *

180

Cost per credit †

$366

Delivery ‡

Online

Start terms

4 per year

* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 180 quarter credits are equal to 120 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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Natural ResourcesB.S.

B.A./B.S. in Natural Resources – Online