Program Overview

Animal Sciences

The Animal Sciences program at Washington State University is offered through the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences, Department of Animal Sciences. This program focuses on the biological systems of animals, their behavior and well-being, and husbandry, preparing students for careers in caring for and studying animals.

Campuses

• Pullman

Degree Types

• Bachelor's
• Doctorate
• Master's
• Minor

Highlights

• Only four-year animal sciences degree offered in the state of Washington
• Benefit from the program’s close relationship with the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine
• Hands-on experience in the department’s dairy, beef, swine, horse, aquaculture, and companion animal centers
• Research laboratories, livestock centers, and other facilities available on campus
• Participate in undergraduate research guided by renowned faculty

Specializations

Animal Science, Technology, and Production

Focuses on the business, economic, and science-based practical management of animal production and the care of animals.

Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Emphasizes basic science courses and is recommended for students planning to attend graduate school, apply to the professional program leading to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or work in technical or specialized areas of animal science.

Career

With an Animal Sciences degree, you can work in:

• Biotechnology
• Farm and ranch management
• Environmental sustainability
• Animal welfare and behavior
• Food safety
• Agribusiness

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start, and more. You’re considered a transfer student at WSU if you’ve received college credit post-high school. Use the Transfer Course Search Tool to determine what courses you need to take at your current institution to transition to WSU smoothly.

Scholarships

Complete the General Scholarship Application to be eligible for 700+ WSU scholarship programs, including ones specifically for a major you’re interested in. Use the search tool to find more scholarships outside WSU. Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid.

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

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Degree Options

Bachelor's

Science Animal Sciences

• Pullman

Master's

Master of Science in Animal Sciences

• Pullman

Doctorate

Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Sciences

• Pullman

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

• Pullman

Minor

Animal Sciences

• Pullman

Related Degrees & Majors

• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Agricultural Education
• Agricultural and Food Business Economics
• Agricultural Technology and Production Management
• Field Crop Management
• Food Science
• Fruit and Vegetable Management
• Human Nutrition and Food Systems
• Landscape, Nursery, and Greenhouse Management
• Organic and Sustainable Agriculture
• Turfgrass Management
• Viticulture and Enology