About the course

Accredited by the Society of American Foresters, our program offers hands-on, experiential learning in natural environments. We have a science-based curriculum with focused training and teaching both in the outdoors and the classroom. Our program provides a unique diversity aspect with faculty specializing in a wide variety of topics.

　　You will participate in a summer field camp to witness first-hand the challenges and rewards of forestry careers. You’ll visit national and state forests and parks, wildlife preserves, and natural and recreation areas across the country – from Acadia to Yellowstone. You’ll learn about multi-use outdoor recreation areas, conservation, forest site interpretation, and the relationships people have with the nature around them. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$60,960

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Carbondale
Summer (June), 2024	Carbondale
Fall (August), 2024	Carbondale
Spring (January), 2025	Carbondale
Summer (June), 2025	Carbondale
Fall (August), 2025	Carbondale

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

A completed application for admission.

　　A $40 non-refundable application fee. Fees may be waived for students who meet certain income levels. See your high school guidance counselor for details.

　　Current, official transcripts from each high school and college you’ve attended. All transcripts must be issued within the last 30 days and be contained in official sealed envelopes or sent through an electronic transcript system. A final high school transcript will be required upon graduation and completion of all high school course work.

　　An official copy of ACT or SAT scores. These must be sent directly from the testing organization or listed on your official high school transcript. Our school codes are 1144 for ACT and 1726 for SAT.

　　TOEFL - 68 on the internet based test

　　TOEFL - 520 on the paper-based test (We do not accept the revised paper based test)

　　IELTS - 6.0

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 68.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

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