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Animal Science in Iowa

Animal Science Schools in Iowa

Jobs for Animal Science Grads in Iowa

2,470 people in the state and 71,210 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Animal Science.

Animal Science Jobs Nationwide vs. IA

Wages for Animal Science Jobs in Iowa

A typical salary for an Animal Science grad in the state is $62,754, compared to a typical salary of $68,650 nationwide.

Animal Science Wages Nationwide vs. IA

There are 6 colleges in Iowa that offer Animal Science degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $50,667 a year. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. 88% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Dordt University

Sioux Center

Graduates earn a median salary of $46,256 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 71% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

Graduates earn a median salary of $41,622 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 72% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 76%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,862 after earning their degree at this institution. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $4,872 a year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,446 after earning their degree at this institution. Undergrads from Iowa pay around $7,024 a year in tuition.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $36,243 after earning their degree at this institution. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $5,376 a year.

Animal Science Careers in IA

Some of the careers Animal Science majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers 15% $84,680
Farm and Home Management Educators 14% $55,950
Agricultural Technicians 8% $44,022
Precision Agriculture Technicians 7% $56,932
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary 4% $66,903
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers -1% $36,803
Animal Scientists -1% $93,823

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Animal Science.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians 9,051
Agricultural Economics 8,612
Horticulture 4,164
Veterinary Medicine 3,756
Agricultural Production 3,608
General Agriculture 3,276
Plant Sciences 3,261
Food Science Technology 2,269

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