Agriculture
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 51,472 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 21, 2023

    Agriculture

    About

    The agriculture degree program is for students searching for a well-rounded education that builds on the diversity of disciplines in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR). The flexibility of the agriculture degree enables students to tailor a program to fit their individual interests and career goals. 

    Photo by Logan Jackson, CAFNR Marketing and Communications

    Disciplines

    College of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    High School Coursework

    Complete 13 units (one unit = one year in class) of the following core coursework:

    SubjectUnits
    MathematicsFour units (algebra or higher)
    ScienceThree units
    Social StudiesThree units
    LanguagesTwo units
    Fine ArtsOne unit

    AP/IB Credit

    If you took Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate exams for college credit, please visit our College Credits page to learn how those credits transfer to Mizzou.

    High School Grades

    Your core coursework grades must meet one of the following requirements:

    • GPA of 2.5 or higher on a U.S. 4.0 scale
    • GPA of 3.5 or higher on a U.S. 5.0 scale
    • Average grades of 80 or higher on a 100-point scale
    • Average grades of 8 or higher on a 10-point scale
    • IGCSE scores of C or higher in five or more subjects AND three A-level certificates with a C or higher

    If your high school does not use one of the scales listed above, your grades will be converted to a U.S. 4.0 scale. Scores are determined by the AACRAO International Education Services.

    The difficulty level and grade distribution of your courses are considered when determining your admission status.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Career

    You can do nearly anything with a Mizzou degree, but here are some common career paths taken by graduates of this major:

    • Administrative Services Managers
    • Advertising and Promotions Managers
    • Agricultural Inspectors
    • Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
    • Agricultural Technicians
    • Animal Scientists
    • Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products
    • Farm and Home Management Educators
    • Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
    • Farmworkers & Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
    • First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers
    • First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
    • Food Scientists and Technologists
    • Human Resources Specialists
    • Public Relations Specialists
    • Sales Managers
    • Soil and Plant Scientists
    • Sustainability Specialists

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 65

    How to Apply

    We recommend that you apply six to 12 months before the start of the semester in which you wish to enroll at Mizzou.

    Pre-Application Checklist

    Before starting the application:

    • Check dates and deadlines so you stay on track with the application process.
    • Request that your official high school transcript and official transcripts of any college coursework be sent directly to the Office of International Admissions.
    • Check to see whether your AP, IB or college credits will transfer to Mizzou.
    • If you are submitting your ACT or SAT scores, request that your official scores be sent to Mizzou directly from the ACT or College Board.
    • Explore the cost of attending Mizzou as an international student.

    Agriculture

    University of Missouri - Columbia

    University of Missouri - Columbia

    United States of America

    United States of America, Columbia