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Turfgrass Science and Management, B.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 48 months
    Duration
University rank #201 (ARWU) , TN,
The turfgrass science and management concentration is designed for the student desiring to pursue professions that include growing and managing turfgrasses used for golf courses, parks, athletic fields, sports complexes, and residential and commercial lawns.

About

This concentration also prepares students for graduate studies in turfgrass science. Students are encouraged to earn a minor degree in a supportive field such as agricultural economics or environmental and soil sciences. 

Careful selection of departmental courses and other electives in consultation with the assigned academic advisor will prepare graduates for the career of their choice. A minimum grade point average of 2.25 is required for all plant sciences courses taken in the major.

Students are encouraged to earn a minor degree in a supportive field such as agricultural economics or environmental and soil sciences. Careful selection of departmental courses and other electives in consultation with the assigned academic advisor will prepare graduates for the career of their choice.

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 48 months
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Orientation to Studies in Agriculture and Natural Resources
  • Professional Development in the Turfgrass Industry
  • Landscape Plants
  • Advanced Turfgrass Management

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    70

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  • Minimum required score:

    523

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  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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Academic Requirements

  • Step 1: Complete and submit an application.
  • Step 2: Submit the non-refundable application fee.
  • Step 3: Have official copies of academic transcripts evaluated.
  • Step 4: Demonstrate English proficiency.
  • Step 5: Submit financial documentation (F-1 or J-1 visa status).
  • Step 6: Submit a copy of the photo page of your international passport.
  • Step 7: Follow these deadlines for submitting your application documents.
  • Step 8: Apply for an appropriate US visa.

Tuition Fee

  • International

    31390 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 15695 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months.

  • National

    31390 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 15695 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months.

  • In-State

    12970 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 6485 USD per semester and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Knoxville

  • 885 - 1460 USD/month
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