Major:
Animal Sciences Major

Description: A general program that focuses on the scientific principles that underlie the breeding and husbandry of agricultural animals, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural animal products. Includes instruction in the animal sciences, animal husbandry and production, and agricultural and food products processing.

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Salary Info:


MEDIAN ANNUAL WAGE: $81,760
MEDIAN HOURLY WAGE: $39.31*

TOTAL EMPLOYEED NATIONALLY: 10,600

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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What jobs and careers are associated to a major in Animal Sciences?

•Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

•Animal Scientists

•Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

•First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

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