Program Overview

Animal Sciences Master's Program

Overview

The Animal Sciences Master's program is designed to provide advanced education in animal sciences, preparing students for careers in research, academia, and industry.

Program Information

• Credential Offered: M.S.
• Application Deadline: Applications are accepted for fall, spring, and summer semester admits.
• English Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL iBT 71, IELTS 6; Duolingo 105

Course Requirements

• Required Courses:
  • Didactic coursework (601-689, 691; 700-789, 791; 800-889, 891): 16 credits
  • Statistical Courses: 6 credits
    • STAT 661: Applied Regression Models
    • PLSC 724: Field Design I
    • ANSC 790: Graduate Seminar: 2 credits
    • ANSC 792: Graduate Teaching Experience: 2 credits (required for students receiving assistantships)
    • ANSC 798: Master's Thesis (6-10 credits): 6 credits
• Total Credits: 32

Admission and Application Requirements

• Graduate School admission and application requirements are found on the Admission Information page.
• In addition, this program requires applicants to contact potential advisors in the department before formal application to the Graduate School.
• The applicant can determine if the faculty member is currently accepting new students and to determine if the faculty member(s) research program is an appropriate fit for both the student and faculty member(s).
• Official approval of admission does not occur until approval through the Graduate School and agreement of a faculty member(s) to accept the student as an advisee in their research program.