Ames,
IA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Animal Science in Ames United States | Iowa State University
Iowa State University
|
Ames United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,998
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Discover the exceptional faculty, staff, and students of Iowa State University's Animal Science Department through our wide-ranging animal science programs. We combine scientific principles, practical applications, and innovative approaches to address the evolving demands of animal industries. Our faculty spearhead initiatives that generate cutting-edge knowledge to tackle tomorrow's challenges. We're dedicated to equipping students with the skills for rewarding careers in animal production, veterinary medicine, and various animal-related businesses. With 42 distinguished faculty members—many internationally renowned—we lead instruction, research, and outreach in specialized fields including breeding, genetics, genomics, nutrition, physiology, meat science, animal welfare, and management. Our comprehensive programs cover beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, poultry, swine, sheep, companion animals, laboratory animals, and zoo species. Alumni from our department master sustainable production methods that prioritize animal welfare and responsible resource management, positioning them as leaders across all animal science sectors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
4 year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Academic Records/Transcripts
Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Program Specific Requirements:
Statement of Purpose (Goals) (if not sent electronically with application): Include major program desired, species of interest, preferred faculty advisor(s), research interests
Resume/CV
Successful admission into this thesis-seeking program will require a major professor. We encourage students to reach out to our graduate faculty members prior to application. Any prospective student can submit a pre-application (Phase I) at no cost. If a faculty member wishes to have the student fully reviewed, then the student will be asked submit the full application (Phase II) which includes an application fee.
Program Requires GRE: No
Program Requires GMAT: No
Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) - 550
TOEFL Internet (iBT) - 80
IELTS - 6.5
4 year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Academic Records/Transcripts
Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Program Specific Requirements:
Statement of Purpose (Goals) (if not sent electronically with application): Include major program desired, species of interest, preferred faculty advisor(s), research interests
Resume/CV
Successful admission into this thesis-seeking program will require a major professor. We encourage students to reach out to our graduate faculty members prior to application. Any prospective student can submit a pre-application (Phase I) at no cost. If a faculty member wishes to have the student fully reviewed, then the student will be asked submit the full application (Phase II) which includes an application fee.
Program Requires GRE: No
Program Requires GMAT: No
Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) - 550
TOEFL Internet (iBT) - 80
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
32,998