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The turf management program equips students with skills for cultivating and maintaining turfgrass in various environments such as golf courses, residential landscapes, and roadside areas. This specialization readies graduates for turfgrass management careers or further academic pursuits by building expertise in scientific principles, plant biology, effective communication, and quantitative analysis to foster innovative solutions.
Key Features
Notable Statistic
Approximately all turfgrass program graduates from OSU and across the country secure employment in the turf industry immediately after completing their studies.
Practical Learning Opportunities
Numerous courses incorporate interactive lab sessions. Students benefit from exclusive access to the Greenhouse Learning Center, OSU's Botanic Garden, and the Water Conservation and Irrigation Training Facility. Additionally, all department students must fulfill an internship requirement before graduating.