Currently Enrolled Students: Applications and general information are available by clicking on the links. In addition to completing the application form and medical forms, students must pre-register for the Summer Field Program during Spring pre-registration. Courses are listed in the 10-week summer term under the Study Abroad campus.
Transfer Students: Apply for admission to MSU, submit a Summer Field Program application and medical form, and plan to attend the Summer Field Program and Fall 2018 registration day. Applications for the Summer Field Program are available from community college advisors or here. Application for admission to MSU must be made before applying for the summer field program. Visit the web at www.msstate.edu and link to Prospective Students. Students must receive a “clear” or “admit contingent” admission status to pre-register. In addition, students must have their immunization record on file with the MSU Student Health Center before pre-registration.
Essential Skills for Successful Completion of the Forest Measurements Section of the MSU Forestry Summer Field Program: Community College students who transfer to the MSU Forestry program are expected to enroll in the Summer Field Program course, FO3015, during the summer immediately after they transfer. Read a summary of the essential skills. Download
Tuition and Fees:(based on 2017 figures): $319.75 per credit hour. More information about Tuition and Fees can be found at www.controller.msstate.edu/accountservices/tuition.
Financial Aid: Requests for financial aid should be directed to the Office of Scholarships. Application for financial aid should be made as early in the year as possible. Students are encouraged to submit the FAFSA even if they will not be receiving financial aid since the FAFSA results are also used to award scholarships.
Scholarships: Summer Field Program students will be eligible for CFR Summer Field Program Scholarships which will be awarded after the completion of SFP 2018. Students must complete the MSU general scholarship application and the CFR conditional scholarship application to be eligible. Students who complete their applications by the May 1 deadline will be considered for all CFR scholarships and Summer Field Program scholarships. The applications are found under the student tab in the MyState portal.
Housing: Students are responsible for making their own housing arrangements. For on-campus housing, contact MSU Housing at 662-325-3555. Mention that you are attending the College of Forest Resource's Summer Field Program.
Parker, et al., "Field and Laboratory Exercises for Forest Description Analysis" - FO 3015
Avery and Burkhart, "Forest Measurements" - FO 3015
Introduction to Forest Communities - FO 3012 (available at Copy Cow in late May)
Suggested Equipment
high visibility (orange) cruising vest, clip board, insect repellant, poison oak/ ivy ointments /washes/preventatives, snake protection, metal clip board, protractor, flexible curve ruler, graph paper (10/20 squares), paper, pencils, water canteen, and collapsible cup.
Equipment Supplier
Forestry Suppliers, Inc., Jackson, MS - 1-800-647-5369
Students may receive a 15% discount off the total order. Contact your forestry instructor for the discount key code.
All forms are in Adobe pdf format. Each form has a Medical Information Sheet that must be completed along with the form.
Application and Medical FormWhere can I get an application form for the Summer Field Program?
Applications and information for the Summer Field Program may be obtained by clicking the links. Transfer students may secure an application packet from the Forestry Instructor at the school they are currently attending. Submit an application and medical form to the College of Forest Resources Student Services Office. Transfer students must also apply for Admission to MSU. You can apply online at MSU Admissions. Students are not allowed to register for the Summer Field Program until their MSU Admission status is clear or contingent and immunization records are received.
Can I participate in Summer Field Program if I lack just one prerequisite course?
There are four courses that make up Summer Field Program. You must have the pre-requisite for each course to enroll in that course. You may enroll in part of Summer Field Program. See your advisor.
Do I have to pre-register for Summer Field Program?
Yes. You must pre-register for Summer Field Program during the Spring pre-registration process. You must also submit a Summer Field Program Application and medical form to the College of Forest Resources Student Services Office by the deadline. This ensures a review of your application in a timely manner and allows problems to be resolved. Transfer students are strongly encouraged to apply for Admission to MSU by March 1, and to contact the College of Forest Resources Student Services Office for a pre-registration appointment.
What are the dates of Summer Field Program?
Summer Field Program dates can be found on the Course Dates document.
How much is Summer Field Program?
Costs of the Summer Field Program can be found in the Estimated Costs Link, in the application packet at Community Colleges and can also be found on the Information Sheet available in the Student Lounge.
What equipment do I need for Summer Field Program?
The list of equipment for Summer Field Program is listed on the Equipment Needed section of this page.
Where can I live during the Summer Field Program?
Housing is available on campus in residence halls or in Starkville. Students can contact MSU Housing at http://www.housing.msstate.edu/. Identify that you are attending the Summer Field Program.
Lanna Miller
College of Forest Resources Student Services Office
Box 9680
Mississippi State, MS 39762
662-325-9376
Fax: 662-325-1612
Email: lcm1@msstate.edu
