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Landscape Contracting

Use your creativity to go green. Our Landscape Contracting major, known as one of the top programs of its kind in the country, combines a emphasis on the science of plants with creative design and planning.

Student at work site

Study plant sciences and business management along with computer-aided design and landscape construction.

The major has two options: Landscape Management and Landscape Design/Build.

Why Major in Landscape Contracting?

You may choose this major if you want to:

  • create and design landscape spaces
  • improve our environment by using plant materials to enhance our surroundings
  • manage the health and vitality of landscape plants

Career Opportunities for Graduates

Landscape Contracting graduates enjoy a nearly 100-percent job-placement rate.

A variety of career choices are available to you:

  • Business management
  • Estimating and bidding
  • Garden design
  • Landscape construction
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Marketing and sales
  • Public garden management

 

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Contact

Dr. Dan Stearns
306 Tyson Building
University Park, PA 169802

Phone: 814-863-6167

E-mail: dts3@psu.edu