Plant Sciences at University of Wisconsin-Madison
What traits are you looking for in a school for Plant Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is in Madison, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 23 plant sciences degrees were awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Distance learning is available at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Of 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) studied exclusively online and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Plant Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #40 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #59 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Plant Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $35,060 |
| 3 years | $36,834 |
| 4 years | $36,197 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Plant Sciences graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison take home a median $36,197, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 51% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Plant Sciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Plant Sciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are 70% women (16) and 30% men (7).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 15 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 73% were women (11) and 27% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 20% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, below the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 5 master’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 3 doctoral plant sciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 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 Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Wisconsin-Madison
The Plant Sciences program at University of Wisconsin-Madison includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 7 |
| Horticultural Science | 16 |
Top-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Plant Sciences program at University of Wisconsin-Madison go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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