Undergraduate Certificate in Urban and Community Forestry

Who is this program for?

The Urban and Community Forestry Undergraduate Certificate is designed for students who want to shape the future of urban environments. Whether you're studying public health, engineering, landscape architecture, forestry management, urban planning, or environmental education, this program is for you. If you're interested in how trees and green infrastructure can improve urban and suburban communities, this certificate will give you the tools to make a lasting impact.

Program Overview

The Urban and Community Forestry Undergraduate Certificate students to lead in the growing field of urban forestry. As nearly two-thirds of the world’s population now live in urban areas, the need for professionals who understand the role of trees in city ecosystems has never been greater. This certificate combines foundational knowledge with real-world application, helping students explore how trees contribute to ecosystem services, urban design, human health, and community wellness and cohesiveness. With a focus on interdisciplinary learning, students gain the skills to work across sectors and make cities greener, healthier, and more resilient.

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Students seeking careers involving engineering, environmental education, green infrastructure, landscape architecture, public health, sustainability, urban planning, or related fields would benefit from this certificate.

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Credit Hours
14
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Credential
Undergraduate Certificate
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Tuition / Credit Hour
Resident $570.50
Non-Resident $1,455.50

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Students in this program will develop a deep understanding of how trees function in urban and suburban environments and how they intersect with public health, infrastructure, and community well-being. You'll learn to evaluate and support urban forests, communicate their value to diverse audiences, and apply ecological and social principles to real-world challenges. The program emphasizes systems thinking, environmental stewardship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration—preparing you to lead efforts that enhance urban life through thoughtful green space management.


Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.

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Take away "Term" for Transfers - "Unknown Term"? As well as "Not in High School"
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Possibly remove the "Readmit" option.
Feel like it would be pretty easy to see if the person already exists in our system and has a program enrollment record associated with them, which would shift them from "Freshman" or "Transfer" to "Readmit"
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