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Admissions Office

Financial Aid Office

ACCEPTANCE RATE

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FINANCIAL AID RATE

83%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

24:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,319

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Forestry Degree

The forestry program at Reedley College prepares students for a variety of career choices, such as a conservationist, agricultural worker, fisher, park ranger, or firefighter. The main focus of the program is on managing and developing forest areas for economic, recreation, and ecological purposes - to restore health to the world. Program courses include: forest-related and wildlife sciences, mapping, natural resource management, economics and statistics, administration, and public relations. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer forestry degrees.

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Reedley College (AJU)

15600 Mulholland Dr, Los Angeles, CA

About
Reedley College, located in Reedley, California, was founded in 1926 as Reedley Junior College. Originally the school shared space with Reedley High School, eventually getting a dedicated building on the same campus. By 1946 the school had become a full fledged community college, and the following years the school was given approval to form its own campus and facilities. The college moved to its permanent location in 1956, where it began to expand rapidly. in 1963 the school joint the State Center Community College District and changed its name to Kings River Community College. BY 1980 the school reverted its name back to Reedley College due to popular voter demand. Today the school serves over 11,000 students yearly and operates several centers throughout the region to service residents in a larger area.

Academics
Reedley College offers a number programs to ensure that students may pursue career training or academic options that best suit their interests. Career programs may result in a certificate or associate degree. These programs provide training and skill development for entry level positions in the field of study. Graduates of such programs will be qualified to work as professionals immediately after matriculation. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the freshman and sophomore years  of a four year education at low cost, and then transfer to a four year institution to complete one's bachelor degree. Individuals may also participate in non credit courses for personal growth or interest.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, Reedley College will admit any individual with a high school diploma or equivalent. Students interested in attending the school should submit an application  along with all pertinent documents, including transcripts, in order to begin the enrollment process. Once completed students will choose their program of study and register for courses one the scheduled dates. Residency requirements also apply in regards to tuition costs.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and work study programs and are given out based on financial need. Students must obtain a federal PIN and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may also apply for external scholarships through separate applications, which award additional funds based on the mission of the scholarship.

Athletics
The Reedley College Tigers participate in a number of intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs assist in providing a healthy forum for competition, allowing students to develop their potential and learn skills that may be useful in one's academic and professional life. These skills include teamwork, discipline, good health and sociability. Athletic programs begin and end at various points throughout the year. Interested students should contact the athletic department in order to obtain tryout dates and times.

Athletic programs available at Reedley College:

  • Baseball (Men Only)
  • Basketball
  • Football (Men Only)
  • Golf
  • Softball (Women Only)
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball (Women Only)

Student Clubs
Reedley College is home to large number of student clubs that provide extracurricular activities for students. Such clubs focus on interests or topics that are may be of interest to a given individual. Students are invited to join and participate in meetings and activities in order to broaden their interests or to meet like minded persons with which to discuss and explore ideas. Such clubs allow for the formation of bonds between students outside a classroom setting, often lasting well after the students have graduated.

Clubs active at Reedley College include:

  • Aggie Club
  • Clay Club
  • Forestry Club
  • Genshiken Club
  • Students in Free Enterprise

Students Enrolled in the Forestry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. AJU has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate14
Associate's Degree6

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male16
Female4

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Hispanic12
White7

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Forestry program at AJU, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Range Managers

Description

Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, range managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024

Foresters

Description

Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, foresters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.3% from 2014 to 2024

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Reedley College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Reedley College may provide student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Work study style employment
  • Assistance to find work
  • Day care for children

Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Equestrian
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