Darr College of Agriculture

School of Agricultural Science and Conservation

Missouri State student and a herd of cows at Darr Agricultural Center.

Raise, use and sustain

From food to fertilizer, ag scientists keep the world running.

Discover your dream career with plants, animals or natural resources.

Undergraduate programs

Our programs cover the business and technical aspects of agricultural science and conservation.

Dedicated faculty guide you every step of the way.

Animal science students and professor doing wellness check on cow.
Major
Animal science
Work with cattle, poultry and other domesticated animals.
Two happy students picking tomatoes in a greenhouse.
Major
Environmental plant science
Grow, manage and work hands-on with plants.
Two equine students riding their horses at Darr Agricultural Center.
Major
Equine science
Specialize in horse training, breeding and overall management.
Dr. Melissa Bledsoe, Dr. Michael Goerndt and ag student Stewart McCollum inspect young walnut trees at a ranch in the Ozarks.
Major
Natural resources
Care for the environment, with a focus on the farming industry. Improve soil, water and landscape quality.
A student holds out a lizard on a herpetology field trip.
Major
Wildlife conservation and management
Protect animals and their natural habitats.
Pre-vet student and veterinarian doing medical checkup on a dog.
Pre-professional pathway
Pre-veterinary
Start your path to veterinary school.

Enhance your degree

Already have a major? Boost your knowledge base with a certificate or minor.

Certificate

Minors

Graduate programs

Agriculture students maintain a garden.
Master's
Agriculture
Earn a master's degree in agriculture with a focus on animal science. Administered by the Darr College of Agriculture.
Dr. Wenping Qiu, research specialist Sylvia Peterson and a graduate student examine plant leaves in a research lab.
Master's
Plant science
Take a detailed study of plant nutrition, production, usage and genetics.
Misty sunrise at Journagan Ranch.
Certificate
Ranch management
Advance your career and skills as a ranch operator or manager.

Facilities and resources

Horse grazing in pasture outside of Pinegar Arena.
Education buildings
Explore your places to study and learn
Gain valuable experience as you build practical agriculture skills. You'll have access to ranches, farms, arenas and more.

Immersive academics

Advisement
Find academic help and guidance
Courses
Search courses offered in agriculture
Transfer credit
Bring college credit with you to MSU

Helping you succeed

Animal science major accepting a scholarship during banquet ceremony.
Scholarships and financial aid

Find support for your education

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Student opportunities and services

Get involved on and off campus

Agricultural science and conservation faculty posing with a horse, dog and cow.
Faculty and staff

Meet your School

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Alumni and friends

Stay in touch with your alma mater