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The Master of Agriculture (M.Ag.) program provides professional graduate education focused on management within agriculture, food systems, and natural resources. This degree prioritizes developing practical problem-solving abilities to apply scientific and technological advancements for societal benefit, rather than serving as a research-focused qualification.
Applicants holding a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or exceptional Texas A&M University seniors in their final term, can seek admission to this non-thesis graduate program. The student's advisory committee will determine any required preparatory coursework when needed.
You are an international graduate applicant if you:
are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States (or applicant for permanent residency)
AND
you have not graduated from a Texas high school after three years in residence in Texas
AND
hold a bachelor’s or professional degree (or equivalent)
English proficiency can also be demonstrated by:
Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80 (in person or Home Edition) from a test date within two years (Texas A&M University does not accept the MyBest TOEFL score), or
Minimum TOEFL Essentials score of 8.5, or
Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test), or
GRE Verbal Reasoning score of at least 146 (subject to departmental approval), or
GMAT Verbal Score of at least 22 (subject to departmental approval), or
Acquiring alternative verification during the admission process from the Graduate and Professional School via a departmental request.
Application Deadlines
Spring – October 1
Summer – February 1
Fall – May 1