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Agricultural Sciences (M.S.)

USA

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What will I learn?

An M.S. in agricultural sciences will help you advance your career in an agriculture-related field, whether you are working in agricultural production, agribusiness, policy areas in government or nonprofit sectors, education and/or research. Our master’s program focuses on the advanced study of plant and animal agriculture, aquaculture, agro-ecosystems, and the social and economic dimensions of food production and distribution systems. With the growing demand for well-trained agricultural researchers and professionals, a master’s degree in agricultural sciences will help you pursue leadership roles in collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives that address agricultural issues and opportunities.

POTENTIAL CAREER AREAS

Agribusiness
Commercial plant/animal production
Research
Private consulting
Education and Extension
Farming
Government/regulatory
Policy making
Nonprofit sector

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Agricultural Sciences graduate program offered by the Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems (ANFS) offers a flexible course of study that provides education and research experience in plant and animal agriculture, aquaculture, food systems, and related fields.

Which department am I in?

College of Life Sciences and Agriculture

Study options

Full Time (30 credit hours)

Tuition fees
US$27,810.00 per year
USD $13,905 per semester; USD $1,370 per credit hour
Application deadline

Expected August, October 2024

Start date

Expected August 2024

Venue

University of New Hampshire

105 Main Street,

DURHAM,

New Hampshire,

03824, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

International applicants must hold a four-year baccalaureate degree or its equivalent as a precondition for applying to any of our graduate programs. In some cases, you may also need a master’s degree or its equivalent.

English Language Score:

Minimum score requirements are as follows: TOEFL (Computer-based): 213; TOEFL (Internet-based): 80; IELTS (International English Language Testing System): 6.5; TOEFL ITP (Institution Administered): On case-by-case basis; TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication): On case-by-case basis; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 59.

Applications must be completed by the following deadlines in order to be reviewed for admission:

Fall: Jan. 15 (priority*), Aug. 1 (final) *Applications completed by Jan. 15 will be given priority consideration for admission and financial support. Applications completed after Jan. 15 will be considered based on openings and funding.
Spring: Oct. 15 (final)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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