Animal Science at Iowa State University
If you are interested in studying Animal Science, consider the program at Iowa State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Iowa State University is located in Ames, IA.
During the most recent reporting year, 245 animal science degrees were awarded at Iowa State University.
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Online Class Availability at Iowa State University
Online coursework is an option at Iowa State University. Among 30,380 students, 972 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,472 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at Iowa State University
Rankings can help you compare Iowa State University’s Animal Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #3 of 90 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #58 of 90 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #3 of 90 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #58 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from Iowa State University
Graduates of Iowa State University’s Animal Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,910 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $41,609 |
| 4 years | $47,285 |
| 5 years | $55,971 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Animal Science graduates from Iowa State University take home a median $47,285, compared with $64,577 for all Iowa State University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Animal Science graduates from Iowa State University is $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Animal Science graduates at Iowa State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Animal Science graduates at Iowa State University are 83% women (203) and 17% men (42).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at Iowa State University
Among the 231 bachelor’s animal science degrees awarded at Iowa State University, 84% were women (194) and 16% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Iowa State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 188 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 21 |
Minority students account for 9% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Iowa State University, below the national average of 31%.*
Animal Science Master’s Program at Iowa State University
Of the 8 master’s animal science degrees awarded at Iowa State University, 62% were women (5) and 38% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at Iowa State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Animal Science Doctoral Program at Iowa State University
Of the 6 doctoral animal science graduates at Iowa State University, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science doctoral degree recipients at Iowa State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 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 Iowa State University
The Animal Science program at Iowa State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 229 |
| Agricultural Animal Breeding | 2 |
| Dairy Science | 9 |
| Livestock Management | 5 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Students who finish Animal Science program at Iowa State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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