Animal Science Careers

A Wide Appeal
More non-farm than farm-raised students are currently enrolled in animal industries programs nationwide. Virtually all jobs in animal production industries in the next century will require a bachelor's level degree. The Animal Science degree embraces that trend through the use of innovative teaching and delivery methods built around a framework of new and traditional animal science coursework.

The average salary range for positions within this major was between $20,583 and $82,040 yearly, depending on experience. For a list of detailed salary trends within this field visit www.bls.gov

UMC's Animal Science graduates may pursue, and have obtained, careers in:

• Agricultural lending
• Animal health sales/marketing
• Animal sales, marketing, and research
• Animal nutrition
• Artificial insemination
• Breeder consultation
• Corporate livestock or dairy operation
• Dairy/livestock and farm equipment sales
• Dairy/livestock farm or ranch ownership
• Dairy inspection
• Feed production
• Feedlot environmental systems
• Reproduction systems production and management
• Research and lab technician
• Small animal entrepreneurship
• Veterinary assistantship
• Zoos and kennels

 

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