Program Overview

Master's in Animal Science

The Master of Science in animal science graduate program allows students to discover, develop and distribute scientific knowledge to advance the animal and food industries.

Program Details

• Department: Department of Animal and Food Sciences
• College: Ferguson College of Agriculture
• Available At: OSU Stillwater Campus
• Degree: Master of Science in Animal Science
• Specialty Area(s): Animal Science Courses

Curriculum

The master's degree in animal science may be earned by one of three plans of study:

Thesis Option

The thesis option requires 30 credit hours consisting of 24 hours of course work and six hours of research with a grade of "SR."

Report Option

The report option requires 32 credit hours, consisting of 30 hours of course work and two hours of research with a grade of "SR."

Creative Component Option

The creative component does not include a thesis or report. It requires 32 credit hours of course work, including the creative component. The creative component may be a special report, an annotated bibliography, a project in research or design, or other creative activity, as designated by the advisory committee.

Research and Faculty

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University is home to 15+ facilities encompassing more than 13,000 acres. The units house quality livestock that are used for teaching, research, and Extension purposes.

Admissions

Admission to the graduate program requires a bachelor's degree in animal science, dairy science or poultry science, or in closely-related biological sciences or biochemistry. A student enrolling in a degree program must have been accepted by an advisor prior to official admission. In all cases, the student's graduate advisor or committee may recognize specific undergraduate deficiencies and require measures to attain proficiency. To apply for the animal science graduate degree program, the following are required:

• Submit an application for admission to the OSU Graduate College
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores
• Curriculum vitae or résumé
• Personal statement explaining why you are interested in the graduate program
• Three letters of reference

Cost and Assistance

Many students help finance graduate education through part-time, paid employment as a graduate assistant. As a graduate assistant, you can expand and apply your knowledge and skills under the supervision of faculty or staff.