Overview

What will I learn in the agricultural science major?

You'll learn how to solve the world's challenges with science

The course has growing food down to a science, and there's so much more for you to discover. Learn about where food comes from and how to:

Feed the world's growing population,

Protect and responsibly use our world's limited resources,

Thrive within or run an agriculture-related business,

And more.

You'll launch a rewarding, world-improving career

Through the Agricultural Science program of the University of Nevada, Reno, you'll experience a hands-on, science and business look at the full spectrum of agriculture. You'll graduate with an incredible range of knowledge to draw upon, including in a specialization that matches your professional aspirations and personal interests.

As you study, you'll earn more than a degree. You'll garner the education needed for a long-lasting and rewarding career on the cutting-edge of agriculture.

Careers with a degree in agricultural science

Agricultural scientists are critical to maintaining and developing the food systems that support our society. They work in the field, laboratories and offices in jobs such as:

Farmer or rancher

Precision agriculture technician

Loan officer or property assessor

Agricultural sales or marketing specialist

Lobbyist or government agency employee

Agricultural field representative or service technician

Agricultural Extension agent or high school agriculture teacher

Agronomist, environmental specialist, or soil or water conservationist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Elements of Livestock Production

Agribusiness Management

Agronomy

Sheep Management

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in Agriculture and Beyond

Cattle Production & Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reno, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to an undergraduate degree program as a regular freshman student, you must be a graduate from an approved or accredited high school (GED certificate may not be used for admission) and satisfy the below requirements:

Required high school courses: English, math, social sciences and natural sciences.

You must have a 3.0 weighted GPA in the academic core courses (AGPA) in order to be admitted to the University of Nevada, Reno. The academic courses include: English, math, social sciences and natural sciences.

Standardized test scores are not required for admission to the University of Nevada, Reno. The University accepts the ACT and SAT scores and may use scores for class placement in first-year courses.
If you are a student who does not meet the academic GPA requirements, but have graduated with an Advanced Diploma from a Nevada high school, you will be granted admission to the University.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

29086 USD / year

≈ 29086 USD / year
Out-of-State

28941 USD / year

≈ 28941 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10309 USD / year

≈ 10309 USD / year

Living costs

Reno

United States

860 - 1230 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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What will I learn in the agricultural science major?

Careers with a degree in agricultural science

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Campus Location

Disciplines

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Tuition Fees

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