Bachelor of Sustainable Development - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture at Appalachian State University

The Sustainable Development - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture is a Bachelor degree offered by Appalachian State University on the Boone campus in United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the Boone campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2026.

About Bachelor of Sustainable Development - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture

Want to learn how to build a robust and sustainable food system? The Sustainable Development (BS) - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture provides students with the theoretical and practical skills necessary for careers in food and agriculture. Sustainable agriculture is modeled on nature, relying on nutrient cycling and preservation of the soil and its fertility. You will learn to build food systems that provide healthy food and support local community life. You will study fundamental ecological processes such as nutrient cycling, effective solar capture, efficient use of water, and interactions among plants and animals and their environment. You also will learn to analyze the ecological, economic and cultural dimensions of complex food systems.

This is one of four degree options in the Department of Sustainable Development at Appalachian State University. The others are Sustainable Development (BA), Sustainable Development (BS) - Community, Regional and Global Development, and Sustainable Development (BS) - Environmental Studies.

Disciplines

Social Sciences Sustainability Human ServicesEnvironmental/Natural Resources

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Sustainable Development - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

A complete online application
A non-refundable application fee of $65 (USD)
Official high school/secondary school transcript
Official test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, SAT* or ACT**)
- If school is in an English-speaking country, we must have SAT or ACT whereas schools in non-English-speaking countries do not need the SAT / ACT
- Applicants who do/did not attend school in an English-speaking country must provide a TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, SAT or ACT score
- Applicants who attend(ed) school in an English-speaking country must submit an SAT or ACT score

Official college transcripts
Additional information if requested, upon submission of your application, by the Office of Admissions (This may include submitting a Criminal Background Check and Conduct Review as required by the UNC System.)
All applicants claiming to be a resident of North Carolina must request a residency determination through the Residency Determination Service (RDS)

*SAT evidence-based reading and writing and math, without the writing.

**ACT composite, without writing.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Sustainable Development - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture

Agriculture Extension Officer
Consumer Researcher
Agriculture and Food Education
Farmer
Farm Manager
Farmers' Market manager
Food Policy Analyst
Food Systems Advocacy work
Health and Nutrition programs
Horticulturist
Farm Credit Analyst
Garden Manager
Land Conservation
Natural Resources Specialist
Non-profit work related to food systems
Rural Development Worker
International Relief Representative

Fee Information

Application Fee 65

How to Apply

Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
Provide your official high school transcript(s)
Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)

Bachelor of Sustainable Development - Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone