The Working Forest dug into some stats and created a list of 10 Schools in Canada and USA with forest related programs that have high post-grad job placement rates. Before we make the big reveal, here’s some of the criteria we considered: Job Placement Rate; Starting; Salary; Reputation; Research Opportunities; and Alumni Network. Considering the criteria, we created the chart below.
| Rank | School | Placement | Salary | Reputation | Research | Alumni |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of British Columbia | 95% | $60,000 | Excellent | Abundant | Strong |
| 2 | University of Montana | 85% | $50,000 | Very Good | Moderate | Moderate |
| 3 | Oregon State University | 80% | $55,000 | Good | Limited | Strong |
| 4 | University of Wisconsin-Madison | 75% | $50,000 | Very Good | Abundant | Strong |
| 5 | Michigan Technological University | 80% | $55,000 | Good | Moderate | Moderate |
| 6 | University of California, Berkeley | 75% | $65,000 | Excellent | Abundant | Strong |
| 7 | University of Alberta | 80% | $60,000 | Good | Abundant | Strong |
| 8 | Auburn University | 70% | $45,000 | Good | Limited | Moderate |
| 9 | Northern Arizona University | 75% | $50,000 | Good | Moderate | Moderate |
| 10 | University of Maine | 70% | $45,000 | Good | Abundant | Strong |