Equine Studies Program

The equine studies program at Midway 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 Kentucky colleges that offer equine studies program.

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Midway College

1755 U.S. Hwy 68, Maysville, KY

Midway College is a nonprofit private institution located in Midway, Kentucky and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Midway College exceeds a thousand per year.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Agriculture Operations
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. The most common standardized test scores among applicants admitted to Midway College are between 18 - 26 on the ACT, or 1270 - 1570 on the SAT exam. 52% of those who apply are admitted to Midway College, of which 20 percent choose to enroll.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The Midway College "Eagles" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the Midway College website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Equine Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Midway 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).