Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Natural Resources - Community Forestry and Arboriculture in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
A 33-hour terminal degree (no thesis needed), ideal for students seeking advanced education in Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences, Natural Resources Management & Sustainability, Parks, Recreation & Tourism, or Wildlife Ecology & Management.
If you're pursuing specialized training in natural resources or aiming to shift your career away from office confines, our Master of Natural Resources program may be perfect for you.
Community forestry combines the practice and science of caring for individual trees, forested areas, and green spaces. Professionals in this field evaluate urban trees and sites, contribute to community planning involving trees, engage in public outreach, create tree preservation policies, ensure utility line safety, and more. They frequently collaborate with local stakeholders to promote sustainable tree conservation.
Arboriculture focuses on nurturing, maintaining, and preserving individual trees in various settings—from rural landscapes to urban environments. Arborists apply expertise in tree biology, structural integrity, health management, and risk evaluation to overcome the unique challenges trees face in human-altered spaces. They also utilize modern tools like drones, spatial analysis software, and strength-testing equipment to enhance efficiency and workplace safety.
This non-thesis, terminal program requires 33 graduate credit hours and can be finished in just three semesters. Select from multiple specialization areas:
Community Forestry and Arboriculture
Environmental Education
Fisheries Science
Geospatial Information Science (GIS)
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Policy and Sustainability
Water and Soil Resources
Wildlife Science
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Submit under the Resume supporting document portal in the Graduate School application. A CV is a comprehensive document that elaborates on education, publications, and other achievements.
GRE scores must be sent to Graduate Admissions directly by the responsible testing agency. You MUST list UGA (ETS code: 5813) as an actual Score Recipient.
Scores must be sent to Graduate Admissions directly by the responsible testing agency. Applicable only to international students whose native language is not English.
Submit under the Statement of Purpose supporting document portal in the Graduate School application. This personal statement should express your reasons for seeking the degree, your interest in the field, and your expectations for the future. The statement should be typed in essay format with a title of Career Goals.
Applicants should submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Official transcripts are not required during the review process and will only be required for applicants who are offered admission.
Three letters of recommendation are a departmental requirement. As part of the Graduate School's online application, applicants should include the email addresses of three recommenders. This will prompt the recommenders to submit letters of recommendation for your application.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Undergraduate GPA - 3.0.
GRE scores must be sent to Graduate Admissions directly by the responsible testing agency. You MUST list UGA (ETS code: 5813) as an actual Score Recipient.
Scores must be sent to Graduate Admissions directly by the responsible testing agency. Applicable only to international students whose native language is not English.
Submit under the Statement of Purpose supporting document portal in the Graduate School application. This personal statement should express your reasons for seeking the degree, your interest in the field, and your expectations for the future. The statement should be typed in essay format with a title of Career Goals.
Applicants should submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Official transcripts are not required during the review process and will only be required for applicants who are offered admission.
Three letters of recommendation are a departmental requirement. As part of the Graduate School's online application, applicants should include the email addresses of three recommenders. This will prompt the recommenders to submit letters of recommendation for your application.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Undergraduate GPA - 3.0.
Tuition
USD
24,630