by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2025 ranking, College Factual looked at 2 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for forestry students pursuing a degree. Combined, these schools handed out 157 degrees in forestry to qualified students.
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Forestry Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the forestry degree levels they offer.
Every student who is interested in forestry needs to check out Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science. Located in the rural area of Paul Smiths, Paul Smith's College is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.
After graduating, forestry degree recipients usually make an average of $44,342 in their early careers.
More information about a degree in forestry from Paul Smiths College of Arts and Science
Pennsylvania College of Technology is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in forestry. Located in the city of Williamsport, Penn College is a public college with a small student population.
After graduation, forestry degree recipients typically earn about $36,719 in the first five years of their career.
More information about a degree in forestry from Pennsylvania College of TechnologyExplore the best forestry colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 334 | 53 |
| New York | 333 | 100 |
| Maryland | 279 | 8 |
Forestry is one of 5 different types of Natural Resources & Conservation programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation | 3,065 |
| Natural Resource Management | 212 |
| Wildlife Management | 182 |
| Natural Resources Conservation (Other) | 34 |
| Fisheries Sciences | 21 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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