Program Overview

Program Overview

The Agricultural Biology B.S. at Colorado State University integrates entomology, plant pathology, and weed science into a single, systems-based curriculum. This unique program equips students with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed to address today’s challenges in sustainable agriculture, plant health, pest management, and ecosystem science.

Degree Details

• The program requires a minimum of 120 credits to complete.
• It includes 42 upper-division (300-400 level) credits and 30 upper-division credits completed through Colorado State University.
• The tuition fee is $490 per credit.

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of agricultural biology. It includes courses in:

• General Entomology
• Plant Pathology
• Weed Science
• Ecology
• Genetics
• Biochemistry
• Plant Physiology
• Soil Science
• Statistics
• Research Methods

Concentrations

The program offers four concentrations:

• General Concentration
• Entomology
• Plant Pathology
• Weed Science

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in:

• Agriculture
• Research
• Environmental Consulting
• Regulatory Affairs
• Plant Protection
• Pest Management

Faculty

The faculty members are experts in their fields, with research interests in:

• Plant Pathology
• Entomology
• Weed Science
• Ecology
• Genetics
• Biochemistry

Admission Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent
• 2.7+ high school GPA (freshmen) or 2.5+ college GPA (transfer) preferred
• Freshman course recommendations or transfer mathematics requirement

Application Dates

• Fall semester: June 1
• Spring semester: November 1
• Summer semester: May 1

Program Electives

The program offers a range of electives, including:

• General and Plant Electives
• Plant Pathology Electives
• Entomology Electives
• Weed Science Electives

Research Areas

The faculty members are involved in research projects in:

• Plant Pathology
• Entomology
• Weed Science
• Ecology
• Genetics
• Biochemistry

Degree Awarded

The program awards a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Biology.