Main navigation
- Programs
- Subjects
- Universities
- Destinations
- Advice
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science can specialize in one of nine focus areas: animal business, production, science, meat science, equine production, equine science, equine-assisted therapy, companion animal science, or companion animal science (pre-veterinary track). The department additionally oversees pre-veterinary coursework and offers an Equine Science Certificate Program.
For animal science majors, the Business Concentration combines animal science with business and economics to equip students for careers across livestock production and related industries. The Production Concentration teaches modern scientific methods for effective livestock production, marketing, and processing. The Science Concentration emphasizes advanced scientific training for graduate-level studies. The Meat Science Concentration focuses on meat processing techniques, scientific principles, and food safety.
The equine-focused programs train students for careers in the horse industry. The Equine Science Concentration provides advanced scientific education for those pursuing graduate studies with an equine focus. The Equine Production Concentration prepares students for various roles in horse management. The Equine Assisted Therapy Concentration offers specialized training for careers in therapeutic horsemanship and disability rehabilitation.