Study Bachelor of Science in Career and Technical Education - Agriculture Education at Virginia Tech in the USA, College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences
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Bachelor of Science in Career and Technical Education - Agriculture Education

USA

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What will I learn?

Career and technical education – agriculture education teachers are identified as one of the top 10 critical shortage teacher areas in Virginia. The program at Virginia Tech is rooted in its land grant mission which includes a long history of excellence in agriculture studies, in teacher education, and in its nationally recognized faculty. Graduates experience a 100% job placement upon graduation and are ready to obtain licensure in career and technical education – agricultural education (Grades 6-12) in Virginia. Agriculture education teachers instruct students about agriculture, food, and natural resources. Through these subjects, they teach students a wide variety of skills, including science, mathematics, communications, leadership, management, and technology.Career Options - High School CTE Agriculture Education Teacher, Extension Agent, Education Consultant, Private TutorOnline Educator, Academic Advisor, Teacher Educators

Which department am I in?

College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$34,362.00 per year
Housing - 9272
Start date

August 2026

Venue

Blacksburg Campus

800 Washington St. SW, Blacksburg,

Virginia Beach,

Virginia,

24061, South, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$34,362.00 per year
Housing - 9272
Start date

September 2026

Venue

Blacksburg Campus

800 Washington St. SW, Blacksburg,

Virginia Beach,

Virginia,

24061, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Before you can be considered for freshman admission, you must complete:

3 units of math (includes algebra I, geometry, and algebra II)
2 units of laboratory science (chosen from biology, chemistry or physics)
additional academic units (foreign language is highly recommended)

Some majors have other requirements, such as an additional year of advanced math or lab science. Most students who are selected for admission have completed more than the minimum requirements and have at least a B+ grade point average.

English Language Requirements:

Students taking the IELTS must obtain a score of at least 6.5, with no sub-score below 6.5 to be considered for admission to Virginia Tech. Students taking the PTE must obtain a score of at least 53. Depending on the type of TOEFL used, Virginia Tech expects students to have scores of: Internet-based test: at least 80, with no section sub-score less than 16; Computer-based test: at least 233; Paper-based test: at least 550. Application Deadline: Fall - January 15 (Regular Decision).

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

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