Animal Science Degree

The animal science program at Casper College prepares students for industrial research in the food and feed industries, drafting agricultural regulations, work as a feed manufacturer, animal breeder, meat packer, consulting firms, and more. The main focus of the program is on the scientific principles that underlie the breeding and husbandry of agricultural animals, and the production, processing, and distribution of animal products. Program courses include: animal sciences, animal husbandry and production, and agricultural and food products processing. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer animal science degrees.

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Casper College

Also known as UW-Stevens Point

2100 Main St, Stevens Point, WI

Located in the beautiful setting of the Rockies, Casper College in Casper, Wyoming offers students with a two-year education in one of a variety of disciplines. Curriculums provide students with vocational training, transfer opportunities, and continuing education.

The school offers students with 30 technical programs and over 50 associate degree programs in five areas, including health science, social and behavioral science, business and industry, fine arts, and science. Students can opt to obtain a one-year certificate or   two-year associate’s degree, or work toward obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree with one of the college’s affiliate four-year colleges.

Financial aid is offered via loans and scholarship programs. The Hathaway Scholarship is available to qualifying students who’ve attended and graduated from a high school in the state.

The college, which was established in 1945, currently has just over 4,100 students attending classes, and a 60% retention rate. In-state tuition is set at around $2,100 while out-of-state students pay around $4,900 annually.

Students Enrolled in the Animal Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UW-Stevens Point offers an associate's degree program in animal science.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

Farm and Ranch Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, or supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, financial, or marketing activities.

Animal Scientists

Description

Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, animal scientists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.3% from 2014 to 2024

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

First-Line Supervisors of Animal Husbandry and Animal Care Workers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of animal husbandry or animal care workers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of animal husbandry and animal care workers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -8.2% from 2014 to 2024

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