Bachelor of Soil and Water Sciences at Purdue University

Purdue University

United States of America, West Lafayette

University Rank:#88

The Soil and Water Sciences at Purdue University is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in West Lafayette , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Soil and Water Sciences

The Soil and Hydrologic Sciences option provides a strong science education, while preparing students to apply this knowledge in many technical phases of soil, water resources and environmental management. Opportunities are numerous and encompass a broad range in science, management, and education with diverse applications addressing agricultural water use, food security, soil and water quality and secure water supplies.

Students are especially qualified for graduate study in hydrology, water resources, soil chemistry, soil physics, soil microbiology, environmental science, soil mineralogy and genesis, and ecology.

Disciplines

College of Agriculture

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Soil and Water Sciences 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 Soil and Water Sciences

Agricultural research scientist

Agronomist/land steward

Ag products development

Cropping systems advisor

Environmental scientist

Extension educator

Global food security research specialist

Natural resources conservation specialist (USDA)

Peace Corp / Social actions agencies

Product development and testing

Soil, land and wetland resource scientist

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Soil and Water Sciences at Purdue University

How to Apply for Bachelor of Soil and Water Sciences at Purdue University

The steps to apply to Purdue are relatively simple.

Complete and submit an online application.
Pay attention to and meet application deadlines.
Make sure we receive all material required for your application to be complete.

Bachelor of Soil and Water Sciences at Purdue University

Purdue University

United States of America, West Lafayette