Plant Sciences at University of Georgia
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, take a look at what University of Georgia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Georgia is located in Athens, GA.
During the most recent reporting year, 79 plant sciences degrees were awarded at University of Georgia.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Georgia
Online coursework is an option at University of Georgia. Of 43,146 students, 1,664 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,365 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at University of Georgia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Georgia’s Plant Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #13 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #13 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from University of Georgia
Those who finish University of Georgia’s Plant Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $50,196 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Plant Sciences graduates at University of Georgia, by degree type.
Program-wide, Plant Sciences graduates at University of Georgia are 58% women (46) and 42% men (33).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Georgia
Among the 26 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Georgia, 81% were women (21) and 19% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 15% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Georgia, below the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at University of Georgia
Of the 32 master’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Georgia, 53% were women (17) and 47% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Georgia, above the national average of 15%.*
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Georgia
Of the 21 doctoral plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Georgia, 38% were women (8) and 62% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
Minority students account for 5% of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Georgia, lower 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 University of Georgia
The Plant Sciences program at University of Georgia breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 21 |
| Horticultural Science | 43 |
| Horticultural Plant Breeding | 12 |
| Plant Protection/Pest Management | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Plant Sciences program at University of Georgia go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Plant Sciences graduates, 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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