Louisiana Tech University

What you'll study

Coursework and training emphasize sustainable management of forest and wildlife resources through a mix of classroom instruction, hands‑on activities and research opportunities. Students can pursue one of two concentrations: Forest Management or Wildlife Habitat Management. The programme also references associated academic options including a Forestry minor and a Wildlife Habitat Management minor.

Entry requirements

The published programme information does not list specific admissions criteria. Prospective students are invited to contact the programme admissions specialist for guidance:

• Elisha James — james@LATech.edu
• Office: 318.257.2307
• Text: 318.513.3047

Career prospects

Graduates enter a range of roles across industry, government, research and outreach. Examples of careers identified by the programme include:

• Positions in the forest products industry
• Work with federal or state forestry agencies
• Forestry consulting
• Forest plant management trainee/technician
• Forest researcher
• Forest nursery coordinator
• Sales representative
• Extension agent
• Laboratory technician
• Wildlife biologist
• Wildlife habitat restoration specialist
• Animal caretaker

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme page does not specify scholarships. Students typically explore institutional scholarships, college awards through the College of Applied & Natural Sciences, external scholarships from professional bodies (such as forestry associations), and internship or assistantship opportunities to help fund study.