Agricultural Communication

    Bachelor of Agricultural Communication at Purdue University

    Bachelor of Agricultural Communication at Purdue University

    The Agricultural Communication is a Bachelor degree offered by Purdue University at its main campus in West Lafayette , 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 university's main 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 Agricultural Communication

    Prepare for a career that serves industry and society by promoting awareness and understanding of food, agriculture, and science.

    Our students are engaged in project-based learning, so they develop practical skills for challenges they will encounter in the profession. They develop marketing strategies, manage social media, create videos, organize events, write news and feature stories, and design marketing materials. Many students hone their skills through internships related to their interests with agricultural companies, nonprofit agricultural groups, insurance companies, FFA and government agencies like the Indiana State Department of Agriculture.

    Agricultural Communication graduates have the advantage of excelling in communication, science, and agricultural courses - a combination future employers value.

    Disciplines

    College of Agriculture

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Agricultural Communication at Purdue University

    Entry Requirements

    For most first-time college students (future freshman) a complete application includes:

    • The application itself
    • Purdue-specific questions from the application
    • Self-reported high school grades
    • Self-reported ACT or SAT test scores*
    • Proof of English proficiency (for citizens of non-English speaking countries)
    • The application fee (or qualified fee waiver)

    Students apply to Purdue using the Common Application. This application requires you to provide a personal essay and answer Purdue-specific questions. View current essay questions.

    We accept SAT or ACT scores and have no preference on which test is taken. You may report the best scores from across different tests. If able, you should take one or the other in the spring of your junior year in preparation for the November 1 Early Action deadline that encompasses scholarship consideration.

    When you apply, you are able to report best components from different test dates. School codes for Purdue West Lafayette: ACT – 1230; SAT – 1631.

    *For Spring, Summer, and Fall 2023, Purdue is test flexible. This means that if a student can take an SAT or ACT, we prefer they do so. However, we recognize that possible cancellations and postponement of national standardized tests due to pandemic restrictions may be impacting students’ applications. With that in mind, we will move forward and review any application from a student who is unable to take a standardized test.

    Looking ahead: In 2024, Purdue will return to requiring the SAT or ACT test score(s) for admission consideration. 

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Agricultural Communication

  •   Advertising
  •   Marketing communications
  •   Social Media
  •   Editing/writing
  •   Graphic design
  •   Public relations
  •   Management
  •   Media production
  •   Sales
  •   Photography
  • Fee Information

    How to Apply

    The steps to apply to Purdue are relatively simple.

    1. Complete and submit an online application.
    2. Pay attention to and meet application deadlines.
    3. Make sure we receive all material required for your application to be complete.
    Bachelor of Agricultural Communication at Purdue University
    Purdue University
    Purdue University
    United States of America

    United States of America, West Lafayette

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