In contrast with traditional graduate degrees which emphasize research and are primarily campus-based programs, the Master of Agriculture degree addresses the advanced educational needs of working agricultural professionals. The Master of Agriculture degree is also designed to accommodate distance education technologies. The degree is interdisciplinary and sufficiently flexible to meet the specific educational goals of individuals employed in agriculture. Master of Agriculture students are able to individualize their particular curriculum programs to best meet their own career objectives. Courses may be taken without participation in the academic degree program for continuing education units, professional development or self-improvement.
Many courses are also cross-listed and are available for undergraduate credit.
Sufficient evidence of academic ability, typically a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. This is to address, as well as clarify, the importance of appropriate prerequisite knowledge for student success in the courses leading to a Master of Agriculture degree. All admissions will follow Graduate College procedures, with admission contingent on acceptance by the Master of Agriculture Graduate Coordinating Committee and the Dean of Graduate Studies. Official transcripts from each undergraduate and graduate institution attended. Three letters of recommendation.