General Agriculture at Western Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying General Agriculture, take a look at what Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 56 general agriculture degrees were awarded at Western Kentucky University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Western Kentucky University. Among 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
General Agriculture Rankings at Western Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Kentucky University’s General Agriculture program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #22 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #63 of 84 |
Earnings for General Agriculture Graduates from Western Kentucky University
Students who complete Western Kentucky University’s General Agriculture program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,377 |
| 2 years | $32,620 |
| 3 years | $34,403 |
| 4 years | $39,224 |
| 5 years | $45,055 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Agriculture graduates from Western Kentucky University earn a median of $39,224, compared with $48,728 for all Western Kentucky University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General Agriculture graduates from Western Kentucky University comes in at $23,656.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Agriculture graduates at Western Kentucky University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Agriculture graduates at Western Kentucky University are 57% women (32) and 43% men (24).
General Agriculture Bachelor’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Of the 54 bachelor’s general agriculture graduates at Western Kentucky University, 56% were women (30) and 44% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Agriculture bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 45 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 13% of General Agriculture bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, below the national average of 36%.*
General Agriculture Master’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Of the 2 master’s general agriculture degrees awarded at Western Kentucky University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Agriculture master’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Agriculture Concentrations at Western Kentucky University
The General Agriculture program at Western Kentucky University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 56 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Agriculture Graduates
Those who complete General Agriculture program at Western Kentucky University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for General Agriculture graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $55,930 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $44,022 |
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.