Department of Forestry & Watershed Management
Academic Programs
The Department of Forestry and Watershed Management administers several different
academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. Follow the links
below to learn more.
Bachelor of Science Degree
Humboldt State offers educational programs in Forest Hydrology, Forest Production Management, Forest Resources Conservation, and Wildland Fire Management leading to the Bachelor of Science in Forestry that are accredited by the Society of American Foresters (SAF). SAF is the specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as the accrediting agency for forestry in the United States.
Minor Progams
A minor is similar to the major, but less comprehensive. Although a minor is not required for graduation, many students find that a minor complements their studies and enhances their career opportunities. Courses used for a minor can also be used for general education and a major.
- Forestry
- Watershed Management
Additional information on minor programs in either forestry or watershed management is available.
Graduate Programs
The Department of Forestry and Watershed Management administers two graduate programs leading to a Master of Science in Natural Resources.
Additional information on graduate studies in either forestry or watershed management is available.
Certificates of Study
Certificates of Study are collections of courses in subjects other than those in which majors or minors are offered. A certificate of study is not the same as a teaching certificate, a credential, or a license. Three Certificates of Study are administered by Forestry and Watershed Management.
- Forest Measurements
- Geographic Information Systems & Remote Sensing
- Wildland Fire Management
Additional information on our Certificates of Study is available.
Scholarships
Every year, the department awards more than $10,000 in scholarships to outstanding students. The scholarships honor bequests to the department in the names of outstanding alumni, emeritus faculty, and other friends of the program. Scholarships include:
- Dillard-Bailey Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
- Dillard-Bailey Scholarship for Graduate Students
- Jerry Partain Forestry Scholarship
- Edwin Pierson Forestry Scholarhip
- Charles G. and Helen W. Schober Scholarship
- Bryan W. Gibbs Scholarship
The deadline for applications is during February-March; check in the department office for additional details. This year's winners are posted in the display case outside the department office. Congratulations!
Additional Information for Prospective Students
- HSU On-line Catalog
- For official requirements of all of the academic programs administered by Forestry and Watershed Management
- For brief descriptions of forestry and watershed management classes
- Prospective Students' Webpage
- For additional information about Humboldt State and the North Coast