Agronomy and Crop Science Degree

The Agronomy and Crop Science field of study focused on fusing technology and science to produce plants for food, fiber, farming, fuel, and land reclamation. Both disciplines are built upon a number of science disciplines such as chemistry, economics, biology, genetics, earth science, and ecology. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer agronomy and crop science degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Platteville (UWM)

2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI

University of Wisconsin - Platteville provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Platteville, Wisconsin and publically funded. Over seven thousand students enroll at University of Wisconsin - Platteville yearly.

Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Education

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Platteville score in a range of 20 - 25 on the ACT exam. 96% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 54 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $7,800 and nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,600 for the year. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Platteville "Pioneers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.uwplatt.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Agronomy and Crop Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Platteville offers a bachelor's degree program in agronomy and crop science.

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

Nursery and Greenhouse Managers

Description

Plan, organize, direct, control, and coordinate activities of workers engaged in propagating, cultivating, and harvesting horticultural specialties, such as trees, shrubs, flowers, mushrooms, and other plants.

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

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.56
  • Average Annual Salary: $49010

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).