Plant Sciences at University of Idaho
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, consider the program at University of Idaho. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Idaho is located in Moscow, ID.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 46 plant sciences graduations were recorded at University of Idaho.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Idaho
Many students take online classes at University of Idaho. Among 12,286 students, 1,510 (12%) studied exclusively online and 4,018 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at University of Idaho
Use these rankings to compare University of Idaho’s Plant Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #25 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #25 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from University of Idaho
Students who complete University of Idaho’s Plant Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,655 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $41,898 |
| 4 years | $51,811 |
| 5 years | $55,865 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Plant Sciences graduates from University of Idaho take home a median $51,811, compared with $51,744 for all University of Idaho graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Plant Sciences graduates at University of Idaho, by degree type.
Program-wide, Plant Sciences graduates at University of Idaho are 59% women (27) and 41% men (19).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Idaho
Of the 36 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Idaho, 58% were women (21) and 42% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Idaho.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Idaho, below the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at University of Idaho
Among the 7 master’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Idaho, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Idaho.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Idaho
Among the 3 doctoral plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Idaho, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Idaho.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Idaho
This Plant Sciences program at University of Idaho breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Plant Sciences | 10 |
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 5 |
| Horticultural Science | 15 |
| Range Science & Management | 16 |
Top-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Plant Sciences program at University of Idaho work across a variety of fields. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.