The emphasis of the Master of Science in Agriculture program is on the agricultural professional, practitioner, and educator. It addresses the increased need for prepared individuals capable of applying new and emerging technologies and scientific findings to ongoing issues in production agriculture.
The program offers the practitioner the opportunity to continue his or her education while continuing employment either inside or outside of the Pullman area.
The MS in Agriculture program is designed for Washington State University enrolled students, at a distance and on campus, who wish to prepare for or further careers in agriculture. A maximum number of electives is permitted to enable the students to emphasize one or two fields, or otherwise tailor the curriculum to fit his or her particular needs.
The MS in Agriculture program is delivered using a variety of instructional technologies through the Center for Distance and Professional Education, from various off-campus sites within both the state and the region.
A variety of distance-teaching formats will be employed to enhance student learning. These may include two-way audio-video interactive classrooms; video conferencing, and Web-based instruction, as well as pre-produced video, computer-aided instruction, computer-generated visual aids and state-of-the-art instructional technologies. Both individual and group instruction will be utilized.
Career Opportunities
Our alumni occupy positions in business and industry, production and management, teaching, extension, federal and state government, community colleges, school administration, and as owners of independent businesses.
Overview
- Degree Offered
MS in Agriculture - Number of Faculty Working with Students
18 - Graduate Students
80 - Test Required
TOEFL or IELTS
(international students only) - Program Offered
Pullman
Distance Degree Program - Priority Deadline
Fall - January 10
Spring - July 1