Animal Science Degree

The animal science program at New Mexico State University 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 New Mexico colleges that offer animal science degrees.

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New Mexico State University

1500 Third Street, Grants, NM

NMSU provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Las Cruces, New Mexico and publically funded. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of New Mexico. Around nineteen thousand students enroll at NMSU per year.

Areas of study offered at NMSU include but are not limited to:

• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1230 to 1590 on the SAT and between 18 to 24 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to this school. 80% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 37 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at prospective.nmsu.edu.

The tuition at New Mexico State University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $6,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 for the year. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,200 per year. Students enrolled at NMSU may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The mascot for New Mexico State University is the "Aggies", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)

Students Enrolled in the Animal Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. New Mexico State University has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate 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

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).