Forestry
Bachelor's degree · Michigan Technological University · Houghton, MI
$45,571Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,912Median earnings 4 years after
$61,635Median earnings 5 years after
$25,500Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Forestry at Michigan Technological University earn a median of $45,571 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,784 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,916–$73,142). Median debt is $25,500, about 56% of first-year earnings.
Forestry (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $39,178 | $29,362 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Forestry graduates from Michigan Technological University make?
The median salary is $45,571 one year after graduation and $61,635 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.