Plant Sciences at University of Wyoming
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Wyoming. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Wyoming sits in Laramie, WY.
During the most recent reporting year, 19 plant sciences degrees were granted at University of Wyoming.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wyoming
Many students take online classes at University of Wyoming. Among 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at University of Wyoming
Rankings can help you compare University of Wyoming’s Plant Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from University of Wyoming
Students who complete University of Wyoming’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 | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $47,336 |
| 4 years | $49,935 |
| 5 years | $53,411 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Plant Sciences graduates from University of Wyoming earn a median of $49,935, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Plant Sciences graduates at University of Wyoming, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Plant Sciences graduates at University of Wyoming are 47% women (9) and 53% men (10).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Wyoming
Of the 14 bachelor’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 50% were women (7) and 50% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 5 master’s plant sciences degrees awarded at University of Wyoming, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Unknown | 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 Wyoming
The Plant Sciences program at University of Wyoming offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Plant Sciences | 3 |
| Range Science & Management | 16 |
Best-Paid Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Plant Sciences program at University of Wyoming pursue many career paths. Here are 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.