Agriculture at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for Agriculture, consider the program at University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky is in Lexington, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Kentucky
Distance learning is available at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Agriculture Rankings at University of Kentucky
Rankings can help you compare University of Kentucky’s Agriculture program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #10 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 112 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #93 of 113 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #168 of 521 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 523 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #3 of 15 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #10 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 112 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #93 of 113 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #168 of 521 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 523 |
Earnings for Agriculture Graduates from University of Kentucky
Graduates of University of Kentucky’s 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 | $31,998 |
| 2 years | $32,391 |
| 3 years | $38,142 |
| 4 years | $45,328 |
| 5 years | $55,892 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Agriculture graduates from University of Kentucky take home a median $45,328, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Agriculture graduates from University of Kentucky comes in at $22,348.
Highest-Paying Careers for Agriculture Graduates
Those who complete Agriculture program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Agriculture majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products | $109,813 |
| Food Science Technicians | $100,898 |
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
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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