by our College Data Analytics TeamForestry degree programs prepare students for a range of careers in the field. While the number of schools offering the program varies, there are still top-quality ones to be found.
For its 2027 ranking, College Factual looked at 3 schools in the United States to determine which ones were the best for forestry students pursuing a degree.
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If you are not interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the forestry degrees they offer, see the list below.
Leading the list is Louisiana Tech University, our #1 school for forestry. This large public university is located in the town of Ruston. The six-year graduation rate is 62%. Louisiana Tech University awarded about 30 forestry degrees in the most recent data year. Graduates of the forestry program make about $44,120 in their early career. Students borrow a median of $24,250 to complete this degree. More information about a degree in forestry from Louisiana Tech University
Central Louisiana Technical Community College is a great choice for students pursuing a degree in forestry, landing the #2 spot this year. Located in the city of Alexandria, Central Louisiana Technical Community College is a small public university. Central Louisiana Technical Community College awarded about 13 forestry degrees in the most recent data year. Students who receive their forestry degree from Central Louisiana Technical Community College earn around $18,707 in the first couple years of their career. Students borrow a median of $8,625 to complete this degree. Read more about the forestry program at Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Southern University And A And M College came in at #3 on our 2027 list of the best forestry schools. Southern University And A And M College is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of Baton Rouge. Roughly 27% of students complete a degree within six years here. About 24 forestry degrees were awarded at Southern University And A And M College in the most recent year. Forestry graduates of Southern University And A And M College earn a median of $45,304 early in their careers. Typical student debt for the program is $33,288. See the full forestry program report for Southern University And A And M College
This ranking is produced by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 3 schools evaluated.
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