Agriculture Degree

The agriculture program at Angelo State University 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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Angelo State University

3500 South First, Lufkin, TX

Angelo State University is a public institution located in San Angelo, Texas and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Angelo State University has an annual student enrollment of over 6,900.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs San Angelo State offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to San Angelo State earn an SAT score between 860 to 1080, or an ACT composite score in a range of 18 to 23. 93% of students that apply are admitted to Angelo State University, of which 35 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at angelo.edu.

Tuition & fees at San Angelo State vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,800 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,300 per year. Some students at San Angelo State may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The San Angelo State "Rams" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the Angelo State University website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Agriculture Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Angelo State University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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).