Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Natural Resources (undecided)] From Virginia Tech

Students who are undecided will receive guidance from the college’s academic dean and academic advisors and are encouraged to select a major immediately following their freshman year.

Engage in the Science of Sustainability as a conservation biologist, forester, wildlife refuge manager, public affairs specialist, intelligence analyst, natural resource policy advisor, outdoor recreation planner, ecologist, urban forester, production manager, environmental consultant, GIS/remote sensing specialist, science teacher, meteorologist, environmental educator, packaging engineer, or international wood products consultant— just to name a few career positions. Managing and utilizing our natural resources requires talented, responsible and well-educated people.

The world’s population uses and consumes products and food every day that come from the Earth’s forests, waters and land. We all depend on these resources, and we must sustain them for the future. Prepare for a rewarding career vital to the Earth's future.

The programs in the College of Natural Resources and Environment are ranked among the best in the country. Our programs address both the technical and human elements of natural resources and instill in students a sense of stewardship and land-use ethics. Discover how you can prepare for a career that is personally gratifying, environmentally responsible, and directly beneficial to society.