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Major Overview for Agronomy and Crop Science

Overview for Agronomy and Crop Science

A program that focuses on the chemical, physical, and biological relationships of crops and the soils nurturing them. Includes instruction in the growth and behavior of agricultural crops, the development of new plant varieties, and the scientific management of soils and nutrients for maximum plant nutrition, health, and productivity.

Careers for Agronomy and Crop Science Majors

A major in Agronomy and Crop Science is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Agronomy and Crop Science

Top 3 Wisconsin Colleges with the highest percentage of Agronomy and Crop Science among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
Platteville, WI
 11
(1.2%)
Less Selective$13,720 
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
River Falls, WI
 9
(0.8%)
Less Selective$13,793 
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI
 10
(0.2%)
Moderately Selective$21,814 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.


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