Agriculture Degree

The agriculture program at McLennan Community College prepares students to enter the farming, ranching, and agricultural business by combining research and hand-on training. Utilizing a combination of tools and knowledge, the program is designed to enhance and sustain human life by cultivating animals, plants, and other forms of food for basic consumption or for the creation of biofuels and drugs. Program courses include: basic animal care and husbandry, soil science and conservation, and plant care and cultivation. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer agriculture degrees.

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McLennan Community College (MCC)

900 College St, Belton, TX

About
McLennan Community College, located in Waco, Texas, was founded in 1965 through a vote by the residents of McLennan County. Since its inception the school has prided itself on providing an excellent atmosphere for education through its scenic surroundings as well as through modern facilities. It is the first two year institution in the state to utilize the “community college” name. The school prides itself on its educational offerings and its relationship with the community, working closely residents to provide workforce and cultural development. The school serves nearly 10,000 students a year, and is constantly reviewing its program to ensure that these students receive the most up to date education possible.

Academics
McLennan Community College offers a large number of programs designed for career training or academic transfer. Students may choose the program that best suits their professional or academic needs. Career training programs take between one and two years to complete and result in either a certificate or associate degree demonstrating competency in the area of study. Students enrolled in a career program will develop the skills necessary to enter the workforce as professionals, often at the entry level immediately after graduations,

Academic transfer programs provide students with the opportunity to complete the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education at low monetary cost, followed by transfer to a college or university to complete one's bachelor's degree. In addition, the school offers a number of specific transfer programs catered for specific school within Texas, allowing for ease of transfer upon completion. Transfer to school lacking an agreement with MCC is possible, and students wishing to do so may wish to meet with a counselor to cater their curriculum to the requirements of the specific school or schools.

Programs offered include:

• Business
• Criminal Justice
• Engineering
• Nursing
• Paralegal

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, McLennan Community College will enroll any student who meets the minimum requirements for admission if they submit a completed application. Applicants must provide previous transcripts, proof of immunization and take a placement exam prior to registration. It is advised that students participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss goals and program enrollment. Registration takes place before the start of each semester.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting information from which will be used to determine financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Students may be asked to provide additional financial documentation prior to the disbursement of funds to ensure accuracy. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year.

Athletics
McLennan Community College participates in a variety of intercollegiate athletic programs through the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region V. The school has maintained a history of success in athletics, particularly through its dance company, which is nationally recognized as one of the best among two year institutions. Intercollegiate athletics provide a forum for healthy competition, allowing students to experience camaraderie with others pursuing the same goal, through success and failure, and developing skills and habits such as discipline, teamwork and good health, which may be applied to one's academic, professional and personal life. Athletic programs have varying start dates and interested students should contact the athletic department for tryout dates and times.

Athletic programs at MCC:

• Baseball (Men Only)
• Basketball
• Golf
• Dance Company
• Softball (Women Only)

Career Options for Graduates

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

Food Scientists and Technologists

Description

Use chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein; discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe, palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, food scientists and technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024

Soil and Plant Scientists

Description

Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, soil and plant scientists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.7% 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.

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