What types of jobs are available for natural resources graduates? What type of pay can I expect?
Click here for a brochure about Natural Resource jobs
I am currently attending a university/community college and want to transfer to the College of Natural Resources at Utah State. What do I do? How do I know which of my classes will transfer?
Information for transfer students.
Could you please send me a University catalog?
The USU General Catalog is available online.
What type of housing is available in Logan?
There are a wide variety of affordable housing options in Logan with prices ranging from $200-$450/mo. for a room. Many incoming students choose to live in on-campus housing. There are also numerous apartments and houses for rent near campus and around town. Check the local newspaper for listings, and if you’re in town check out the student housing board in the Student Center on campus.
I have enough money to pay my tuition, but I want to work during school to help cover other expenses. How do I find a job on campus or around town?
There are numerous jobs on and off campus available for students. For more information visit the USU Student Employment page or stop by their office in the Taggart Student Center (TSC) 106.
What types of scholarships and financial aid are available?
The College of Natural Resources offers over 65 scholarships each year, more than most other colleges at Utah State. Information about these scholarships is generally available by December each year and applications are due at the beginning of February. For more information about CNR scholarships, click here. Students can also apply for federal financial aid, and there are several University scholarships available to incoming freshmen and transfer students.
What is it like to live in Logan?
Logan is an ideal location for students interested in natural resources. The town is located just minutes from various canyons and mountain ranges, including the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. With an abundance of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities, Logan is a great place to live.
I’m interested in natural resources, but I’m not sure which major is right for me. How do I find out more about them?
The College of Natural Resources offers a variety of degree programs. Click here for more information about each degree program.
I would like to visit the Utah State University Campus and the College of Natural Resources. How do I go about doing that?
We are happy to arrange campus visits for anyone who is interested. Just e-mail us at nradvise@.usu.edu or call 435-797-2448. We can arrange a tour of our college and residence halls, and appointments with advisors in th CNR.
I’ve heard that Utah State is a large university. What is the student to faculty ratio in the CNR? How big are classes? Can I get to know my professors?
As a part of the smallest college at Utah State, CNR students have great opportunities to get to know each other and their professors. The student to faculty ratio in the college is 7:1 and natural resources classes are generally 10 - 50 students.
Many classes include field trips where you can get to know professors better. In addition, many undergraduates work in faculty labs or for faculty field projects, which provides valuable experience and an opportunity to get to know faculty and their graduate students.
What is the College of Natural Resources known for?
• Education and research in applied wildland ecology, watershed sciences, and human dimensions of natural resources.
• The Department of Environment and Society, the first of its kind, focuses on the link betweeen people and the natural environment.
• Wildland Resources programs in conservation ecology in addition to its traditional offerings in forestry, wildlife, and range sciences.
• One of the best aquatic ecology programs in the country; offerings in forestry, wildlife and range sciences.
• Graduates have good job placement rates in jobs related to their degree, and many graduates hold important positions in state and federal agencies.
• Research and courses in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (RS/GIS), important cutting-edge technologies for resource managers.
• Student organizations that have won awards for competitions at regional, national, and international levels.
• Founding chapter of the the Student Organization for Society and Natural Resources (SOSNR)
• Faculty dedicated to teaching and to cutting-edge research.
• Faculty in leadership positions in national scientific and professional organizations.
When and how do I apply for admission?
The admission process can take several months, so we suggest starting up to 9 months prior to your anticipated entrance. Click here for details.
Keep in mind that the dealine for many scholarship applications for incoming freshmen and transfer students is the beginning of February.