Agriculture Degree

The agriculture program at Oklahoma Panhandle 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 Oklahoma colleges that offer agriculture degrees.

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Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU)

1105 Stonewall Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma Panhandle State University, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Goodwell, Oklahoma, it offers a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Oklahoma Panhandle State University exceeds a thousand annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Agriculture Operations
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 710 to 950 for the SAT exam and in a range of 16 to 20 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to this school. Oklahoma Panhandle State University admits about 90 percent of applicants. Of those accepted, around 62 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $6,300 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is around $990 for the year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The mascot for Oklahoma Panhandle State University is the "Aggies", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the website to see a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Agriculture Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Oklahoma Panhandle State University offers an associate's degree program in agriculture.

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

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

Salary & Wages

• Oklahoma City, OK
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $52710

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).