BSc in Forestry in Carbondale United States | Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Recognized by the Society of American Foresters, our program delivers immersive, hands-on education in natural settings. Featuring a science-driven curriculum, we combine outdoor fieldwork with classroom instruction. Our faculty bring expertise across diverse specialties, adding a distinctive breadth to the program.

Students engage in a summer field camp to experience the realities of forestry professions. You'll explore protected lands nationwide - from Acadia to Yellowstone - including national forests, state parks, wildlife refuges, and recreational areas. The program covers multi-purpose outdoor spaces, environmental conservation, forest ecology interpretation, and human-nature interactions.