Animal Science Degree

The animal science program at University of Minnesota – Crookston 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 Minnesota colleges that offer animal science degrees.

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University of Minnesota – Crookston

100 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN

University of Minnesota - Crookston, a public institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Crookston, MN, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at University of Minnesota - Crookston.

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

• Natural Resources And Conservation
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Agriculture Operations
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by admissions staff. Very common scores among students admitted to University of Minnesota - Crookston are in the range of 19 to 24 on the ACT, or 1300 to 1510 on the SAT exam. 74% of those who apply are accepted to University of Minnesota - Crookston, of which 42% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at crk.umn.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $12,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,500 each year. Some students at University of Minnesota - Crookston may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

This school offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

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

Students who would like to view more about University of Minnesota - Crookston can check out their website at crk.umn.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Animal Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Minnesota – Crookston offers a bachelor's degree program in animal science.

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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

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

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $61670

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

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $54300

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