The Bachelor of Science program in Animal and Range Sciences offers a versatile pathway into the world of modern scientific agriculture. With a curriculum designed to cater to diverse interests, our program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a wide range of career opportunities. 

The department offers a broad-based curriculum with majors, options and minors that prepare students for many careers as professional educators, communicators and leaders in agricultural, natural resource, technology and related disciplines.

The following course work prepares you for study and management of rangelands through an integrated ecological approach with special emphasis on rangeland plants, livestock, wildlife, soils and watersheds. The course work is also well designed for those who want to continue study in graduate school. Any undergraduate student majoring in Range Science must earn a grade of C- or higher in Range Science (RGSC prefix) courses to satisfy degree requirements. Students earning a D or F in a Range Science (RGSC prefix) course will be expected to repeat that course until the student earns a grade of C- or higher.

The Department of Agriculture Economics and Agricultural Business offers the Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Economics and Policy (NREP); an undergraduate degree that trains students on the socio-economic and bio-physical aspects of environmental and natural resource management and policy.

This major stresses the interrelationship of individuals across the lifespan and the impact of social and economic factors on the family system. Graduates are prepared for professional work with social and community agencies and other programs serving children and families.

Horticulture includes a wide variety of topics that relate to fruit, vegetable, and ornamental crops. Careers range from production management to processing and marketing, retail and wholesale management, greenhouse and nursery production, floriculture, landscaping, turf management, research and development, various service activities, and positions with local, state, and federal agencies.

The general agriculture major is designed for students searching for a well-rounded education that builds on the diversity of the other degree programs in the College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES). The flexibility of the general agriculture degree allows students to tailor a program to fit their interests and career goals.

The Fashion Merchandising and Design major prepares students to achieve career goals in the diverse areas of the fashion industry. Students are prepared with well-rounded coursework related to the creative, technical and business aspects of the industry.

The environmental science major is a multidisciplinary program based on a strong general science curriculum and an environmental curriculum that focuses on environmental problems and solutions. Although administered by the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, a multidisciplinary advisory committee recommends curriculum and other changes to the program.

Agronomy is an understanding of the principles of plant and soil science and an application of these principles in the production of crops. Commercial sector careers include positions in agricultural consulting companies, agricultural seed or chemical companies, research and development with commercial companies, as well as farm and/or ranch management.

Genetics is the science of heredity and variation in living organisms. Genetics is studied at the DNA/gene/genome level (molecular genetics, biotechnology, genomics and bioinformatics), the level of organisms (classical or Mendelian genetics), and within/among populations of individuals (population and quantitative genetics). One of the most significant scientific accomplishments in history has been the use of genomic technologies to recently identify most human genes, as well as, most genes for a number of other animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria.

Welcome to the Department of Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology. With the continuous growth of human populations and the ever-dwindling of natural resources, natural resource professionals are needed now more than ever. Learn how to sustainably manage fish and wildlife populations and the habitats they utilize to ensure their long-term successful conservation.

Soil scientists investigate the physical, chemical and biological characteristics and behavior of soils, their description and classification, and their management for both agricultural and non-agricultural uses. Career opportunities include: industry jobs; environmental consulting firms; and federal, state and local government careers working on various environmental, agricultural and ecological projects.

The Family and Consumer Sciences program is tailored to educate individuals and citizens in our ever-changing society. Our courses and curricula are carefully designed to foster a scientific mindset and equip students with the research skills needed to address challenges impacting the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities.

The agricultural biology coursework prepares you for a variety of careers in the biological sciences and agriculture. You will develop your curriculum with an academic advisor to attain your individual goals. Many will pursue advanced degrees in the sciences or prepare for admittance to professional schools (medical, dental, etc.).