Program Overview

The SMSU Agronomy Program prepares students for careers in many crop production and natural resource conservation roles. SMSU Agronomy graduates would seek employment in wide variety of areas such as: crop management consulting, agronomists or technical representatives for seeds, agricultural chemicals, crop protection companies, crop advisors/consultants, extension educators, state and federal regulatory professionals, farm managers, soil and water specialists/conservationists and research technicians.

In order to complete the degree, the students must complete 71-74 credits in the major, maintain a minimum GPA of 2.35 in the major courses, meet the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum requirements. A total of 18 credits are required for a minor in Agronomy. A minimum of 2.35 GPA is required for the minor courses.