Animal Science at Auburn University
If you plan to study Animal Science, consider the program at Auburn University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Auburn University is in Auburn, AL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 117 animal science degrees were granted at Auburn University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Auburn University
Many students take online classes at Auburn University. Among 34,145 students, 3,255 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,871 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at Auburn University
Use these rankings to compare Auburn University’s Animal Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 22 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 90 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 90 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 22 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 90 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from Auburn University
Graduates of Auburn University’s Animal Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,905 |
| 2 years | $33,459 |
| 3 years | $38,808 |
| 4 years | $42,689 |
| 5 years | $66,404 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Animal Science graduates from Auburn University earn a median of $42,689, compared with $71,277 for all Auburn University graduates — about 40% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Animal Science graduates from Auburn University stands at $21,625.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Animal Science graduates at Auburn University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Animal Science graduates at Auburn University are 72% women (84) and 28% men (33).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at Auburn University
Among the 94 bachelor’s animal science degrees awarded at Auburn University, 77% were women (72) and 23% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 81 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Auburn University, below the national average of 31%.*
Animal Science Master’s Program at Auburn University
Among the 21 master’s animal science degrees awarded at Auburn University, 52% were women (11) and 48% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 5% of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at Auburn University, below the national average of 18%.*
Animal Science Doctoral Program at Auburn University
Among the 2 doctoral animal science graduates at Auburn University, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science doctoral degree recipients at Auburn University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Animal Science Concentrations at Auburn University
The Animal Science program at Auburn University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 107 |
| Poultry Science | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Students who finish Animal Science program at Auburn University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Animal Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $44,022 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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