Animal Science (old)

Animal Science

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Overview

The animal science program educates future leaders in animal agriculture, pursues research programs that improve production efficiency and utility of animals and advances extension and outreach programs that apply research findings and introduce innovative, value-added products to the public.

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Animal science is the study of livestock and other animal species as it relates to their biological systems, behavior, health, reproduction, growth and management of their living environments.

Degree Offered

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in animal science

The Masters of Science degree program in Animal Science provides three options of specialization:

Animal Products Technology
Animal Nutrition and Forages
Animal Reproductive Physiology and Cell Biology

Career Opportunities

Agriculture Insurance Representative
Animal Nutrition / Health Consultant
Animal Pharmaceutical Sales
Animal Product Marketing Specialist
Breeding / Ultrasound Technician
Embryologist
Meat Plant Quality Control
Research / Product Development Technician
Veterinarian

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the university high school students must have a GPA of 2.25 as well as an SAT score of 430 on Critical Thinking/Verbal and 400 on Math or an ACT score of 17 on English and 17 on Math.