Ornamental Horticulture Certificate

USU offers both a certificate and an associates degree in ornamental horticulture. Completion of the certificate requires 27 credits, and the associates degree requires 60 credits. Coursework for both is similar to the curriculum for the bachelors degree in plant science, and all approved coursework for the associates degree counts toward the bachelor's should students choose to continue. 

Many students who participate in this program attend through one of USU's locations throughout the state. Classes are offered in the evenings, making it convenient for students who work full time and wish to move into a career in ornamental horticulture or pursue horticulture as a hobby.

Bachelor Degree Minimum Requirements

Admission to USU is test optional for Spring 2022, Summer 2022, and Fall 2022. ACT/SAT test scores will still be considered if submitted.

• 2.8-4.0 GPA - Admitted in Good Standing
  • Students with less than a 2.8 high school GPA may still be admitted in good standing based upon the combination of their GPA and ACT/SAT score. See if you qualify.
• 2.79 GPA & below - Considered for Earned Admission path.

Associate Degree Minimum Requirements

Most USU Eastern and USU Blanding Associates Degrees and Certificates are open enrollment and do not require a minimum high school GPA or ACT/SAT score.

Recommended High School Prep Work

• 4 years of English
• 4 years of Math (One class beyond math 3)
• 3.5 years of Social Science
• 3 years of Lab-Based Science (one each: biology, chemistry, and physics)
• 2 years of a world language (same language, taken progressively during grades 9-12)

With an associates or certificate in ornamental horticulture, students can work in the following areas:

• Nurseries
• Garden centers
• Greenhouses
• Floral shops
• Groundskeeping and maintenance for golf courses, school districts, and municipalities

Career Services provides counseling and information on hundreds of job and internship opportunities and even helps students apply and interview.