Bachelors in Animal Science

The animal sciences major offers an opportunity to apply animal biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and other life sciences to the study of animal breeding and genetics, nutrition, physiology, growth, behavior, and management. The curriculum is extremely flexible and can be applied to a great variety of species, from farm animals and pets to laboratory animals and even some exotics. Students are encouraged, with the help of a faculty advisor, to plan an individual curriculum that suits their interests and career goals. The animal science major provides excellent preparation for students who wish to find positions immediately upon graduation, as well as those (approximately one-third) who plan to enter graduate or professional schools to obtain advanced degrees.