Program Overview

College of Life Sciences and Agriculture

The College of Life Sciences and Agriculture offers a variety of programs for students.

Academics

• Programs of Study
  • The college provides various programs of study, including undergraduate and graduate degrees.
• Scholarships
  • Scholarships are available for students to help fund their education.
• Study Abroad
  • The college offers study abroad opportunities, including the UNH-in-Italy program.
• Accelerated Master's Degrees
  • Accelerated master's degrees are available for students who want to earn their graduate degree quickly.
• Undergraduate Advising
  • Undergraduate advising is available to help students choose their courses and plan their academic path.
• Pre-Professional Health Advising
  • Pre-professional health advising is available for students who want to pursue a career in healthcare.
• Pre-Veterinary Program
  • The pre-veterinary program is designed for students who want to become veterinarians.
• Thompson School of Applied Science
  • The Thompson School of Applied Science offers programs in applied science.
• Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems
  • The Department of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Food Systems offers programs in agriculture, nutrition, and food systems.
• Department of Biological Sciences
  • The Department of Biological Sciences offers programs in biological sciences.
• Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences
  • The Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Biomedical Sciences offers programs in molecular, cellular, and biomedical sciences.
• Department of Natural Resources and the Environment
  • The Department of Natural Resources and the Environment offers programs in natural resources and the environment.
• Studying Sustainability
  • The college offers programs in sustainability.

Careers

• Student Resources
  • The college provides student resources, including career exploration and internship opportunities.
• Employer Resources
  • Employer resources are available for companies who want to hire students or recent graduates.
• Parents & Families
  • Resources are available for parents and families of students.
• COLSA's SOAR Fund
  • The COLSA's SOAR Fund provides funding for students who want to pursue research or other academic opportunities.
• STEM MentorSHIP Program
  • The STEM MentorSHIP Program pairs students with mentors in the STEM fields.

Research

• Research Centers and Programs
  • The college has research centers and programs in various fields, including agriculture, nutrition, and environmental science.
• Undergraduate Research Resources
  • Undergraduate research resources are available for students who want to pursue research projects.
• NH Agricultural Experiment Station
  • The NH Agricultural Experiment Station conducts research in agriculture and related fields.
• Center for Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research
  • The Center for Integrated Biomedical and Bioengineering Research conducts research in biomedical and bioengineering fields.

Engagement

• Cooperative Extension
  • The Cooperative Extension provides outreach and education to the community.
• Sustainability Institute
  • The Sustainability Institute promotes sustainability on campus and in the community.
• NH Food Alliance
  • The NH Food Alliance works to improve the food system in New Hampshire.
• UNH Natural History Collections
  • The UNH Natural History Collections include specimens and artifacts related to natural history.
• Office of Woodlands and Natural Areas
  • The Office of Woodlands and Natural Areas manages the college's woodlands and natural areas.
• Agricultural Facilities
  • The college has agricultural facilities, including farms and greenhouses.
• New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
  • The New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory provides diagnostic services for animals.
• Diagnostics Services
  • Diagnostics services are available for animals and plants.

Experience

• TRAIL Network
  • The TRAIL Network provides opportunities for students to gain experience in their field.

Impacts

• THRIVE
  • THRIVE is a program that promotes student success and well-being.
• INSPIRED Research Report
  • The INSPIRED Research Report highlights research conducted by students and faculty.
• UNH Today/COLSA in the News
  • UNH Today/COLSA in the News features news and stories about the college.
• Agriculture and Natural Resources Experts List
  • The Agriculture and Natural Resources Experts List includes faculty and staff who are experts in their field.

About

• Dean's Office
  • The Dean's Office provides leadership and administration for the college.
• Dean's Welcome
  • The Dean's Welcome message is available on the college's website.
• Mission Statement
  • The college's mission statement is available on the website.
• Give to COLSA
  • Donations can be made to the college to support its programs and activities.
• Faculty Directory
  • A directory of faculty members is available on the website.
• Staff Directory
  • A directory of staff members is available on the website.
• Faculty & Staff Resources
  • Resources are available for faculty and staff, including professional development opportunities.
• Faculty and Staff Awards
  • Awards are given to faculty and staff who demonstrate excellence in their field.
• College Awards
  • Awards are given to students and alumni who demonstrate excellence in their field.

Genetics (Ph.D.) Spotlight

The Genetics (Ph.D.) program is a doctoral program that focuses on genetics. Olivia Williams, a current doctoral student, graduated from UNH in 2022 with her bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and earned her master's degree in molecular and cellular biotechnology from UNH in 2023.