Equine Studies Program

The equine studies program at Judson College prepares students to care for horses and equipment, and give them the tools needed to train and manage horses and their riders. Classwork focuses on the horse, teaching the student how to ride and drive horses as well as instruction on health and safety. Program courses include: history of the horse, breeding, development and training, riding technique, track management and equipment maintenance and repair. Get more details below including other Alabama colleges that offer equine studies program.

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Judson College

Also known as Calhoun Community College

6250 U S Highway 31 N, Tanner, AL

Judson College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Marion, AL, which is a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The school's smaller size in terms of enrollment, approximately 320 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to class size and easier access to faculty.

Students can choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Visual And Performing Arts
• English Language And Literature
• Education
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are within the range of 19 to 25 for the ACT exam, or 1260 to 1610 for the SAT exam. This school has an acceptance rate of about 74 percent of which only 38 percent chose to attend.

Tuition is approximately $16,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing is available for students, which costs around $5,300 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.judson.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Equine Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Judson College offers a bachelor's degree program in equine studies.

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

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.

Animal Trainers

Description

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact; and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, animal trainers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.1% from 2014 to 2024

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