Agronomy
Agronomy
Bachelor of Science in Agronomy
Concentrations Offered
Ag & Environmental Soil Sciences, Integrated Crop Management, Integrated Pest Management, Golf & Sports Turf Management
Top 5 Reasons to Study
Core
Skills
- Analyze and interpret data from scientific experiments using statistical methods to draw evidence-based conclusions.
- Apply critical thinking to evaluate information, defend ideas, and propose effective solutions to agricultural challenges.
- Gain hands-on experience in field and laboratory settings to support research and applied agricultural work.
- Integrate scientific, philosophical, and ethical perspectives to understand agricultural systems and issues at local, national, and global levels.
- Communicate clearly in written and oral formats while managing time and resources effectively in professional settings.
Sample
Jobs
- Precision Agriculture Specialist
- Crop Consultant / Agronomic Sales
- Soil Conservationist
- Production Consultant / Field Scout (Agronomy Scouting Roles)
- Farm Manager / Field Manager
Successful Career Outcomes
Top
Employment
Industries
- Agriculture & Agribusiness
- Education (Secondary & Postsecondary)
- Turfgrass & Landscape Management
- Government & Environmental Services
- Food & Grain Systems / Agribusiness Operations
Brag
Points
- Our students receive hands-on training in our working farms including the 750-acre MAFES R. R. Foil Plant Science Research Center and the 223-acre MAFES W. B. Andrews Agricultural Systems Research Farm.
- Our golf and sports turf management students complete three cooperative education semesters where they gain hands-on experience working at golf courses or sports stadiums.
Experiential Learning Opportunities
You’ll learn by doing as you gain hands-on experience in labs, greenhouses, and field settings—building the practical skills needed to help feed, clothe, and fuel a growing world. You can further customize your learning through experiential opportunities like studying abroad, joining student organizations, working in a major-related student job or internship, or participating in undergraduate research projects that let you apply your knowledge in real-world settings.
Spotlight
Further your education through the Thrive in Five accelerated M.S. degree program, where students complete undergraduate and master’s coursework concurrently to graduate with both bachelor’s and master’s degrees within five years.
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Success
The department’s comprehensive and practical approach to agronomy education makes it, in my view, the best in the nation for preparing students to work effectively alongside farmers.
Ward Bloodworth, alumnus
Student
Testimonial
I love the outdoors and know the importance of agronomy to the sustainability of civilization. Whether crops or turf maintenance, agronomy is everywhere.
Aaron Tucker, student