Purdue University offers the Bachelor of Plant Science as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in West Lafayette , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for plant science and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.
This major is designed for students who are interested in the biology of diverse plants and microbes.
Students will learn how plants and microbes grow, develop and evolve; the interactions of plants with other organisms and their role in the environment; and how to manage plants that are grown for food, fiber and fuel.
For most first-time college students (future freshman) a complete application includes:
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.
The steps to apply to Purdue are relatively simple.
United States of America, West Lafayette
