Animal Science at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
What traits are you looking for in a school for Animal Science, consider the program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Colorado State University-Fort Collins is in Fort Collins, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 99 animal science degrees were awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
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Studying Online at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Distance learning is available at Colorado State University-Fort Collins. Among 34,096 students, 4,704 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,022 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Rankings can help you compare Colorado State University-Fort Collins’s Animal Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #71 of 90 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #37 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #71 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Students who complete Colorado State University-Fort Collins’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 | $35,832 |
| 2 years | $39,585 |
| 3 years | $42,418 |
| 4 years | $42,721 |
| 5 years | $56,056 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Animal Science graduates from Colorado State University-Fort Collins take home a median $42,721, compared with $62,001 for all Colorado State University-Fort Collins graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Animal Science graduates from Colorado State University-Fort Collins comes in at $22,045.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Animal Science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Animal Science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins are 82% women (81) and 18% men (18).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 80 bachelor’s animal science degrees awarded at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 84% were women (67) and 16% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 52 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 32% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, higher than the national average of 31%.*
Animal Science Master’s Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 13 master’s animal science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 85% were women (11) and 15% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 23% of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, above the national average of 18%.*
Animal Science Doctoral Program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Among the 6 doctoral animal science graduates at Colorado State University-Fort Collins, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science doctoral degree recipients at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Colorado State University-Fort Collins
The Animal Science program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 99 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Graduates of the Animal Science program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.