General Agriculture at Illinois State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Agriculture, you may want to check out the program at Illinois State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Illinois State University is in Normal, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 114 general agriculture graduations were recorded at Illinois State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Illinois State University
Many students take online classes at Illinois State University. Of 21,546 students, 1,302 (6%) studied exclusively online and 7,853 (36%) took at least some classes online.
General Agriculture Rankings at Illinois State University
Rankings can help you compare Illinois State University’s General Agriculture program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 84 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #68 of 84 |
Earnings for General Agriculture Graduates from Illinois State University
Students who complete Illinois State University’s General Agriculture program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,426 |
| 2 years | $44,542 |
| 3 years | $50,901 |
| 4 years | $54,069 |
| 5 years | $64,041 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Agriculture graduates from Illinois State University report median earnings of $54,069, compared with $58,604 for all Illinois State University graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Agriculture graduates from Illinois State University stands at $18,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Agriculture graduates at Illinois State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Agriculture graduates at Illinois State University are 54% women (62) and 46% men (52).
General Agriculture Bachelor’s Program at Illinois State University
Among the 100 bachelor’s general agriculture degrees awarded at Illinois State University, 52% were women (52) and 48% were men (48).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Agriculture bachelor’s degree recipients at Illinois State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 85 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 15% of General Agriculture bachelor’s degree recipients at Illinois State University, lower than the national average of 36%.*
General Agriculture Master’s Program at Illinois State University
Of the 14 master’s general agriculture degrees awarded at Illinois State University, 71% were women (10) and 29% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Agriculture master’s degree recipients at Illinois State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 7% of General Agriculture master’s degree recipients at Illinois State University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Agriculture Concentrations at Illinois State University
The General Agriculture program at Illinois State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 114 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Agriculture Graduates
Students who finish General Agriculture program at Illinois State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for General Agriculture graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $55,930 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $44,022 |
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.