Animal Science at University of Kentucky
If you are interested in studying Animal Science, consider the program at University of Kentucky. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kentucky sits in Lexington, KY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 51 animal science degrees were awarded at University of Kentucky.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Among 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Animal Science Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Animal Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 90 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #55 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 90 |
Earnings for Animal Science Graduates from University of Kentucky
Graduates of University of Kentucky’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 | $29,252 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $34,951 |
| 4 years | $43,515 |
| 5 years | $65,391 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Animal Science graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $43,515, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Animal Science graduates from University of Kentucky stands at $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Animal Science graduates at University of Kentucky, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Animal Science graduates at University of Kentucky are 88% women (45) and 12% men (6).
Animal Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Kentucky
Of the 42 bachelor’s animal science graduates at University of Kentucky, 93% were women (39) and 7% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 19% of Animal Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, lower than the national average of 31%.*
Animal Science Master’s Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 5 master’s animal science degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science master’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
Animal Science Doctoral Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 4 doctoral animal science degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Animal Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 University of Kentucky
This Animal Science program at University of Kentucky includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Animal Sciences | 51 |
Top-Paying Careers for Animal Science Graduates
Graduates of the Animal Science program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Animal Science majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.