Grow With a Degree in Agricultural Science
Learn the art and science of agriculture through exciting experiential learning and in-field training.
Our program will give you the opportunity to learn basic economics, management, plant and animal operations, pest control, food sciences as well as production and utilization of agricultural products and marketing. This knowledge will open up career opportunities like agricultural civil service professions, technical and sales positions, landscape operations, county extension agents, ranch management, horticultural production management, and food manufacturing, preservation and quality control. Explore all your agriculture options through exciting experiential learning and in-field training.
Is this Program a Good Fit for You?
Agricultural science students are typically interested in:
- Pesticide and herbicide sales
- Food technology
- Seed sales
- Greenhouse and landscape management
- Agricultural industries
- Agricultural management
- Horticulture
SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A DEGREE IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE
A&M-Commerce has one of the top hands-on agricultural programs in Texas. Explore horticulture, wildlife, livestock herds and more through exciting experiential learning and modern facilities.
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is a growing family with a supportive student culture, including multiple student organizations and competitive judging and show teams.
Work with professors who have ambitious research agendas solving problems on the farm, increasing nursery efficiency and improving worker safety.
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources puts you front and center to potential employers by fostering positive relationships and maintaining a strong public presence throughout the agricultural industry.
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
A degree in agricultural science will offer you the opportunity to:
- Gain crucial basics in agricultural economics and management needed for farm, ranch and other agricultural management positions.
- Learn strategies and techniques for plant and animal operations and pest control.
- Utilize plant and animal products and marketing as well as discover food sciences, manufacturing and quality control.
Minors
- Agribusiness
- Agricultural Education
- Agronomy
- Equine Science
- Family and Consumer Sciences
- Food Studies
- Horticulture
What You Will Learn
You will receive a comprehensive overview of agriculture covering the science of animals and plants as well as management strategies, technologies and other elements of agricultural production. You will gain the classroom instruction and hands-on learning needed to pursue a variety of in-demand agricultural careers.
Courses to Prepare You for Your Career
- Foundation courses include intro to agriculture, agriculture economics, general chemistry, botany and zoology.
- Core courses include plant science, soil science, animal science and livestock management techniques.
Featured Courses
Student Organizations
Some Organizations you can get involved in include:
- AgriBusiness Club
- Horticulture Club
- Alpha Gamma Rho
- Sigma Alpha
- Collegiate FFA
Undergraduate Program Costs
Program Costs
Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.
