Plant Sciences at Montana State University
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, consider the program at Montana State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Montana State University is in Bozeman, MT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 49 plant sciences degrees were awarded at Montana State University.
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Studying Online at Montana State University
Distance learning is available at Montana State University. Among 17,135 students, 909 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,540 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at Montana State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Montana State University’s Plant Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #59 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #59 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from Montana State University
Those who finish Montana State University’s Plant Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,048 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $37,143 |
| 4 years | $40,825 |
| 5 years | $46,106 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Plant Sciences graduates from Montana State University earn a median of $40,825, compared with $55,032 for all Montana State University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Plant Sciences graduates from Montana State University stands at $20,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Plant Sciences graduates at Montana State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Plant Sciences graduates at Montana State University are 45% women (22) and 55% men (27).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Montana State University
Among the 34 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at Montana State University, 32% were women (11) and 68% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Montana State University, below the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at Montana State University
Of the 11 master’s plant sciences degrees awarded at Montana State University, 64% were women (7) and 36% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at Montana State University
Of the 4 doctoral plant sciences graduates at Montana State University, 100% were women (4) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at Montana State University, higher than the national average of 10%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at Montana State University
This Plant Sciences program at Montana State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Plant Sciences | 46 |
| Range Science & Management | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Plant Sciences program at Montana State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Plant Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
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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